Fire inspectors and investigators
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$75,480
~$36/hr · ~$6,290/mo
US Jobs
18K
Faster than average
AI & Automation Risk
4/10
Low Risk
AI & Automation Risk
Low Risk 4/10
The role requires a significant physical presence for onsite inspections, evidence collection in debris, and forest patrolling, which provides a natural barrier to AI. However, AI can substantially assist with digital tasks such as reviewing building blueprints, analyzing fire scene data, and automating the documentation of code violations and legal reports.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
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Education & Requirements
Education Required
Varies by employer
10-Year Growth
+6% (Faster than average)
Hourly Rate
~$36/hr
Monthly Income
~$6,290/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)