Fire Inspectors and Investigators Salary in Rhode Island

$36,523 $118,529
10th pct Median: $68,912 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$36,523
25th Percentile$49,617
50th (Median)$68,912
75th Percentile$95,099
90th (Top Earners)$118,529
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Rhode Island median salary of $68,912 for Fire Inspectors and Investigators has the purchasing power of approximately $57,046 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Rhode Island's higher cost of living (COL index: 120.8) 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 Rhode Island?
Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Rhode Island earn a median annual salary of $68,912 per year ($33.13/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $65,630.
Is Rhode Island a good state for Fire Inspectors and Investigators?
Rhode Island pays above the national average for fire inspectors and investigators, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Rhode Island is higher average (COL index: 120.8).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Rhode Island?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 120.8 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $68,912 salary in Rhode Island has the purchasing power of approximately $57,046 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Rhode Island reduce real purchasing power.
How does Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Radiologists $325,416
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
4 Neurologists $310,380
5 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
7 Psychiatrists $262,288
8 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Fire Inspectors and Investigators in Rhode Island

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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