How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Iowa?
$81,860a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in Iowa. That is $39.36 an hour or $6,822 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.36
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,640Median: $81,860Highest 10%: $116,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,640 | $20.02 | |
| 25th | $54,310 | $26.11 | |
| Median | $81,860 | $39.36 | |
| 75th | $95,760 | $46.04 | |
| 90th | $116,000 | $55.79 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| 6. Colorado | $85,750 |
| 7. Minnesota | $84,410 |
| 8. Texas | $82,390 |
| 9. Iowa | $81,860 |
| 10. Massachusetts | $81,140 |
| 11. Connecticut | $80,490 |
| 12. North Dakota | $80,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $39.36 ($81,860 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $81,860 against $75,920 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Iowa rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
Iowa ranks 9 of 43 states.
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.