How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Massachusetts?
$81,140a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in Massachusetts. That is $39.01 an hour or $6,762 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.01
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,320Median: $81,140Highest 10%: $125,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,320 | $27.08 | |
| 25th | $71,820 | $34.53 | |
| Median | $81,140 | $39.01 | |
| 75th | $97,510 | $46.88 | |
| 90th | $125,500 | $60.32 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $83,410 |
| Providence, RI | $77,730 |
| Springfield, MA | $76,460 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| 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 |
| 13. Alabama | $78,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $39.01 ($81,140 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $81,140 against $75,920 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
Massachusetts ranks 10 of 43 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays fire inspector and investigators the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $83,410 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.