How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Maryland?
$98,730a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in Maryland. That is $47.47 an hour or $8,228 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.47
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,980Median: $98,730Highest 10%: $116,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,980 | $26.91 | |
| 25th | $79,640 | $38.29 | |
| Median | $98,730 | $47.47 | |
| 75th | $101,000 | $48.55 | |
| 90th | $116,800 | $56.14 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baltimore, MD | $98,730 |
| Washington, DC | $87,630 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $59,080 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| 1. Washington | $122,900 |
| 2. Oregon | $115,100 |
| 3. California | $99,230 |
| 4. Maryland | $98,730 |
| 5. Nevada | $93,450 |
| 6. Colorado | $85,750 |
| 7. Minnesota | $84,410 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $47.47 ($98,730 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $98,730 against $75,920 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Maryland rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
Maryland ranks 4 of 43 states.
Which city in Maryland pays fire inspector and investigators the most?
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD, with a median of $98,730 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.