📊Broad Category
Fire Inspectors and Investigators
Also known as: Arson Investigator, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator, Certified Fire Investigator, Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator, CFEI, Fire Hazard Inspector, Fire Investigator, Fire Prevention Inspector, Fire Safety Inspector
Inspect buildings to detect fire hazards and enforce local ordinances and State laws, or investigate and gather facts to determine cause of fires and explosions.
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$78,060
per year
Mean Wage
$87,440
per year
Employment
14K
workers
Wage Range
$47,580 - $149,870
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
$47,580Median: $78,060$149,870
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Broad Category
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