How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Colorado?
$85,750a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in Colorado. That is $41.23 an hour or $7,146 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.23
- Vs. national median
- +13%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 43
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $72,810Median: $85,750Highest 10%: $111,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,810 | $35.00 | |
| 25th | $79,260 | $38.11 | |
| Median | $85,750 | $41.23 | |
| 75th | $99,280 | $47.73 | |
| 90th | $111,400 | $53.55 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $88,540 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| 3. California | $99,230 |
| 4. Maryland | $98,730 |
| 5. Nevada | $93,450 |
| 6. Colorado | $85,750 |
| 7. Minnesota | $84,410 |
| 8. Texas | $82,390 |
| 9. Iowa | $81,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $41.23 ($85,750 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $85,750 against $75,920 nationally, 13% more.
Where does Colorado rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
Colorado ranks 6 of 43 states.
Which city in Colorado pays fire inspector and investigators the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $88,540 a year.
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.