How much does a fire inspector and investigator make in Rhode Island?
$78,100a year
Median yearly pay for fire inspector and investigators in Rhode Island. That is $37.55 an hour or $6,508 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.55
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,320Median: $78,100Highest 10%: $94,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,320 | $26.60 | |
| 25th | $61,670 | $29.65 | |
| Median | $78,100 | $37.55 | |
| 75th | $87,690 | $42.16 | |
| 90th | $94,540 | $45.45 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $77,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for fire inspector and investigators.
| 11. Connecticut | $80,490 |
| 12. North Dakota | $80,320 |
| 13. Alabama | $78,110 |
| 14. Rhode Island | $78,100 |
| 15. Michigan | $77,460 |
| 16. Missouri | $77,240 |
| 17. Nebraska | $76,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fire inspector and investigator make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $37.55 ($78,100 a year).
Do fire inspector and investigators make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $78,100 against $75,920 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for fire inspector and investigator pay?
Rhode Island ranks 14 of 43 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays fire inspector and investigators the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $77,730 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.