Salary Estimate

A Fire Inspector or Investigator visits buildings and inspects for fire hazards. Checks buildings for compliance with government fire codes. Inspects equipment such as fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems. May inspect larger building structures such as malls or stadiums. Visits fire scenes, collects evidence and analyzes findings to determine the cause of fires; may provide official findings or testimony in cases where arson is the cause of a fire.

$70,527
Median
$56,339 Low
$89,122 High
LocationMedian Salary
United States$70,527
National $70,527
Location +/-0%
These are potential next steps in this career path.
  • Fire Chief / Marshal
  • Fire Safety Manager
  • Safety Director