How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Cleveland?
$57,590a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $27.69 an hour or $4,799 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.69
- Vs. national median
- -24%
- Rank among cities
- 72 of 83
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,060Median: $57,590Highest 10%: $84,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,060 | $20.22 | |
| 25th | $46,750 | $22.48 | |
| Median | $57,590 | $27.69 | |
| 75th | $68,040 | $32.71 | |
| 90th | $84,060 | $40.41 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| Columbus, OH | $63,460 |
| Akron, OH | $54,350 |
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Salaries for every job in Cleveland, OHFrequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $27.69 ($57,590 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Cleveland than the national average?
No: $57,590 against $75,920 nationally, 24% less.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $59,280, so Cleveland pays 3% less.
Where does Cleveland rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
72 of 83 metro areas with data.
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $42,060 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,060 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.