SOC 332022
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Enforce fire regulations, inspect forest for fire hazards, and recommend forest fire prevention or control measures. May report forest fires and weather conditions.
National Median
$52,380
per year
National Salary Overview
Median Annual
$52,380
Entry Level (10th pct)
$33,590
Experienced (90th pct)
$100,450
Total Employed
2,780
Salary Distribution
Salary percentiles show the range from entry-level (10th) to top earners (90th)
Salary by Experience Level
| Experience Level | Estimated Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Entry Level0-2 years experience | $33,590 - $41,000 |
| Mid Career2-8 years experience | $41,000 - $77,780 |
| Senior / Expert8+ years experience | $77,780 - $100,450 |
Highest Paying Locations for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists
Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists Salary by Location
Compare salaries across 29 metropolitan areas
| Metropolitan Area | Median Salary | Employed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $122,760 | 40 | |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $108,400 | 40 | |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $99,600 | 60 | |
| California | $90,290 | 290 | |
| Oklahoma | $79,350 | 330 | |
| Salt Lake City-Murray, UT | $77,480 | 40 | |
| Utah | $77,480 | 60 | |
| Louisiana | $74,650 | 70 | |
| Oregon | $70,910 | 110 | |
| Maine | $66,310 | 60 | |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $61,820 | 100 | |
| New Jersey | $57,950 | 130 | |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $56,850 | N/A | |
| Colorado | $53,500 | 190 | |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $53,500 | 60 | |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL | $52,460 | 30 | |
| Washington | $51,370 | N/A | |
| Florida | $48,900 | 70 | |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $48,800 | 80 | |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $48,190 | 40 | |
| South Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $47,140 | 100 | |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $46,450 | 40 | |
| Georgia | $46,170 | 350 | |
| Fort Collins-Loveland, CO | $45,100 | 40 | |
| East Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $44,120 | 40 | |
| Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area | $43,970 | 40 | |
| Arkansas | $42,260 | 140 | |
| Alabama | $34,920 | 40 | |
| Mississippi | $26,460 | 90 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for a Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists?
The national median annual salary for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists is $52,380, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This means half of workers in this occupation earn more, and half earn less.
Where do Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialistss earn the most?
The highest-paying metro area for Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialistss is San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA, with a median salary of $122,760.
How much can an experienced Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists make?
Top-earning Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialistss (90th percentile) make $100,450 or more annually. This typically reflects workers with significant experience, specialized skills, or positions in high-paying regions.