Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in Connecticut

$41,045 $133,202
10th pct Median: $77,443 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$41,045
25th Percentile$55,759
50th (Median)$77,443
75th Percentile$106,871
90th (Top Earners)$133,202
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Connecticut median salary of $77,443 for Fire Inspectors and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $60,644 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Connecticut's higher cost of living (COL index: 127.7) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Fire Inspectors and Investigators make in Connecticut?
Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Connecticut earn a median annual salary of $77,443 per year ($37.23/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $65,630.
Is Connecticut a good state for Fire Inspectors and Investigators?
Connecticut pays above the national average for fire inspectors and investigators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Connecticut is higher average (COL index: 127.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Connecticut?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 127.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $77,443 salary in Connecticut has the purchasing power of approximately $60,644 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Connecticut reduce real purchasing power.
How does Connecticut compare to neighboring states for Fire Inspectors and Investigators salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Fire Inspectors and Investigators salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Connecticut

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $391,996
2 Radiologists $365,706
3 Surgeons, All Other $347,534
4 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $320,818
5 Psychiatrists $294,762
6 Physicians, Pathologists $287,826
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $287,141
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $282,256
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Connecticut

Fire Inspectors and Investigators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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