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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fire Protection Specialist in New York is $119,547 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.
However, a Fire Protection Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Fire Protection Specialist Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $129,345 | $10,779 | $2,487 | $62 |
| Average | $119,547 | $9,962 | $2,299 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,022 | $9,419 | $2,174 | $54 |
Associated Fire Protection Inc - New York, NY
Ryan Plumbing - Rochester, NY
OLA Consulting Engineers, P.C. - Hawthorne, NY
Hazen and Sawyer - Hicksville, NY
A Fire Protection Specialist'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 Specialist'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 |
|---|---|
| Safety Re... Level Fire Protection Specialist | $82,711 |
| Safety Re... Level Fire Protection Specialist | $101,369 |
| Fire Prot... Level Fire Protection Specialist | $118,826 |
| Safety Re... Level Fire Protection Specialist | $149,293 |
| Safety Su... Level Fire Protection Specialist | $97,099 |
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 Specialists. 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 Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Fire Protection Specialist positions in Retail & Wholesale or Insurance typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fire Protection Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerospace & Defense | $143,456 | $69.0 | 20% |
| Chemicals | $143,456 | $69.0 | 20% |
| Energy & Utilities | $143,456 | $69.0 | 20% |
| Hospitality & Leisure | $143,456 | $69.0 | 20% |
| Pharmaceuticals | $143,456 | $69.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Fire Protection Specialist'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 | $129,345 | $10,779 | $2,487 | $62 |
| Average | $119,547 | $9,962 | $2,299 | $57 |
| 25th Percentile | $113,022 | $9,419 | $2,174 | $54 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Fire Protection Specialist job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
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