Fire Control Specialist Salary in the United States

How much does a Fire Control Specialist make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fire Control Specialist in the United States is $66,148 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

However, a Fire Control Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $80,165
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $59,966 to $73,485
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,338

Key Factors That Influence Fire Control Specialist Salaries

A Fire Control 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.

How Experience Level Affects Fire Control Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Fire Control 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $63,479
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $64,823
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,676
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $67,982
  • Expert (over 8 years): $68,186
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Fire Control Specialist less than 1 year $63,479
Early Career Level Fire Control Specialist 1-2 years $64,823
Mid-Level Level Fire Control Specialist 2-4 years $67,676
Senior-Level Level Fire Control Specialist 5-8 years $67,982
Expert Level Fire Control Specialist over 8 years $68,186

Top Paying Cities for Fire Control Specialist

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:

  • San Jose: $83,432
  • San Francisco: $82,518
  • Oakland: $80,779

Fire Control Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Fire Control Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Fire Control Specialist positions in Software & Networking or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Fire Control Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Fire Control Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities $92,607 $45.0 40%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit $72,762 $35.0 10%

Fire Control Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fire Control 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$59,966
Average $66,148/year
$73,485
$4,997
Average $5,512/month
$6,124
$1,153
Average $1,272/week
$1,413
$29
Average $32/hour
$35
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $73,485 $6,124 $1,413 $35
Average $66,148 $5,512 $1,272 $32
25th Percentile $59,966 $4,997 $1,153 $29

Most common benefits for Fire Control Specialist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Fire Control Specialist

Here are companies hiring for Fire Control Specialist and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Fire Control Specialist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Fire Control Specialist?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Fire Control Specialist roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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