Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in California
Fire Inspectors and Investigators in California earn a median of $99,230 a year, +31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,230
- vs. U.S. median
- +31% ($75,920)
- Rank among states
- 3 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,350
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,080; the top 10% earn over $150,590. Nationally the range is $46,530 to $118,750.
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Fire Inspectors and Investigators pay in California
How much do fire inspectors and investigators make in California?
The median is $99,230 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,080 and the top 10% earn over $150,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for fire inspectors and investigators?
On pay alone it ranks 3 of 43 (+31% vs. the national median of $75,920). Living costs are not included.