Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in California
In California, fire inspectors and investigators earn a median of $96,180 per year.
Median (California)
$96,180
Bottom 10%
$57,550
Top 10%
$147,190
Employed in California
1,260
How California compares
Refit analysis ·In California, fire inspectors and investigators earn a median of $96,180 — 23% above the national median of $78,060. Locally the range runs $57,550 to $147,190. About 1,260 people hold this role in the state.
Refit analysis ·California ranks #4 of 46 states for fire inspectors and investigators pay — roughly the 93th percentile among states. That trails the top-paying state (Washington, $116,950) by 22%. State employment of about 1,260 also shapes how competitive local openings are.
National benchmark
US median
$78,060
US bottom 10%
$47,580
US top 10%
$149,870
Skills that move pay in this role
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Learning Strategies
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