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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fire Protection Engineer in California is $81,927 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.
However, a Fire Protection Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Fire Protection Engineer Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $91,703 | $7,642 | $1,764 | $44 |
| Average | $81,927 | $6,827 | $1,576 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,081 | $6,173 | $1,425 | $36 |
City and County of San Francisco - San Francisco, CA
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A Fire Protection Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Fire Protection Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Fire Protection Engineer | $78,638 |
| Intermediate Level Fire Protection Engineer | $79,222 |
| Senior Level Fire Protection Engineer | $80,624 |
| Specialist Level Fire Protection Engineer | $84,083 |
| Expert Level Fire Protection Engineer | $85,521 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Fire Protection Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Fire Protection Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Fire Protection Engineer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Internet typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fire Protection Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | $106,505 | $51.0 | 30% |
| Insurance | $102,409 | $49.0 | 25% |
| Aerospace & Defense | $98,312 | $47.0 | 20% |
| MFG Nondurable | $96,674 | $46.0 | 18% |
| Healthcare | $94,216 | $45.0 | 15% |
Understanding how a Fire Protection Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $91,703 | $7,642 | $1,764 | $44 |
| Average | $81,927 | $6,827 | $1,576 | $39 |
| 25th Percentile | $74,081 | $6,173 | $1,425 | $36 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Fire Protection Engineer job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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