Construction and Building Inspectors Salary (2025)
Based on 146,720 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $47,140 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $58,860 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $74,690 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $94,710 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $114,200 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$47K
25th
$59K
Median
$75K
75th
$95K
90th
$114K
Highest Paying States for Construction and Building Inspectors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $103,850 |
| Alaska | $102,330 |
| Connecticut | $97,580 |
| Washington | $93,070 |
| District of Columbia | $93,030 |
| Minnesota | $90,440 |
| Oregon | $87,080 |
| Massachusetts | $86,940 |
| New York | $86,600 |
| New Jersey | $86,370 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Construction and Building Inspectors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $103,850 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $86,370 — a difference of $17,480. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Construction and Building Inspectors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 146,720 workers were employed as Construction and Building Inspectorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $77,730 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-4011