Fire Protection
Associate's degree · Red Rocks Community College · Lakewood, CO
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$43,182Median earnings 3 years after
$61,859Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
8Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Fire Protection at Red Rocks Community College earn a median of $43,182. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $73,589 four years after graduating (middle half: $54,542–$96,772).
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$46,379
Frequently asked questions
How much do Fire Protection graduates from Red Rocks Community College make?
The median salary is $43,182 and $61,859 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.