Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary (2025)
Based on 13,800 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $46,530 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $58,690 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $75,920 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $95,120 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $118,750 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$47K
25th
$59K
Median
$76K
75th
$95K
90th
$119K
Highest Paying States for Fire Inspectors and Investigators
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $114,250 |
| Oregon | $109,620 |
| California | $102,500 |
| Nevada | $91,600 |
| Colorado | $91,210 |
| Maryland | $89,060 |
| Massachusetts | $86,180 |
| Idaho | $83,350 |
| Minnesota | $82,060 |
| Connecticut | $80,970 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Fire Inspectors and Investigators salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $114,250 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $80,970 — a difference of $33,280. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Fire Inspectors and Investigators
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 13,800 workers were employed as Fire Inspectors and Investigatorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $78,670 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-2021