Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists Salary in California
Also called: Forest Fire Inspectors
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists in California earn a median of $97,370 a year, +71% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $97,370
- vs. U.S. median
- +71% ($56,870)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 15
- Jobs in the state
- 480
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,790; the top 10% earn over $169,670. Nationally the range is $35,420 to $105,460.
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Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists pay in California
How much do forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists make in California?
The median is $97,370 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $56,790 and the top 10% earn over $169,670. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for forest fire inspectors and prevention specialists?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 15 (+71% vs. the national median of $56,870). Living costs are not included.