Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in Pennsylvania

$35,132 $114,012
10th pct Median: $66,286 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,132
25th Percentile$47,726
50th (Median)$66,286
75th Percentile$91,475
90th (Top Earners)$114,012
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Pennsylvania median salary of $66,286 for Fire Inspectors and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $65,178 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Pennsylvania's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.7) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Fire Inspectors and Investigators make in Pennsylvania?
Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Pennsylvania earn a median annual salary of $66,286 per year ($31.87/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $65,630.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for Fire Inspectors and Investigators?
Pennsylvania pays above the national average for fire inspectors and investigators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Pennsylvania is near the national average (COL index: 101.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Pennsylvania?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $66,286 salary in Pennsylvania has the purchasing power of approximately $65,178 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Pennsylvania reduce real purchasing power.
How does Pennsylvania compare to neighboring states for Fire Inspectors and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Fire Inspectors and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Pennsylvania

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $335,522
2 Radiologists $313,019
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $309,282
4 Neurologists $298,556
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $274,599
6 Psychiatrists $252,296
7 Physicians, Pathologists $246,359
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $245,773
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Pennsylvania

Fire Inspectors and Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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