Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in New York
Fire Inspectors and Investigators in New York earn a median of $73,920 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,920
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($75,920)
- Rank among states
- 21 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,200
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,190; the top 10% earn over $122,230. Nationally the range is $46,530 to $118,750.
States ranked near New York
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- Government Property Inspectors and Investigators$90,080 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Compliance Inspectors$90,080 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Police Identification and Records Officers$101,240 median in New York (broader BLS group)
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Fire Inspectors and Investigators pay in New York
How much do fire inspectors and investigators make in New York?
The median is $73,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,190 and the top 10% earn over $122,230. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for fire inspectors and investigators?
On pay alone it ranks 21 of 43 (−3% vs. the national median of $75,920). Living costs are not included.