Fire Inspectors Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for fire inspectorss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $76,650 ≈ $37/hr
National median salary $73,680
Total employment 16,580 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do fire inspectors make in the U.S.?
The median fire inspectors salary in the United States is $73,680 per year (mean $76,650), and about 80% earn between $43,220 and $117,090.
How much do fire inspectors make per hour?
Roughly $37 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $76,650 and 2,080 work hours per year.