Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 2,780 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $35,420 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $43,760 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $56,870 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $81,500 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $105,460 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$35K
25th
$44K
Median
$57K
75th
$82K
90th
$105K
Highest Paying States for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $102,750 |
| Utah | $88,490 |
| Louisiana | $75,250 |
| Oregon | $74,340 |
| Oklahoma | $74,280 |
| Maine | $67,550 |
| Arizona | $65,480 |
| New Jersey | $64,100 |
| Florida | $57,510 |
| Colorado | $57,220 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $102,750 per year, while Colorado has an average of $57,220 — a difference of $45,530. 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 Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2,780 workers were employed as Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $66,640 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-2022