How much does a construction and building inspector make in Colorado?
$79,950a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Colorado. That is $38.44 an hour or $6,663 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.44
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,290Median: $79,950Highest 10%: $121,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,290 | $26.10 | |
| 25th | $65,740 | $31.61 | |
| Median | $79,950 | $38.44 | |
| 75th | $98,280 | $47.25 | |
| 90th | $121,700 | $58.53 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $82,020 |
| Boulder, CO | $80,570 |
| Greeley, CO | $78,370 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $78,080 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $75,630 |
| Pueblo, CO | $72,540 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $66,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 7. Oregon | $84,510 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $83,200 |
| 9. New Jersey | $81,760 |
| 10. Colorado | $79,950 |
| 11. New York | $79,460 |
| 12. Hawaii | $79,320 |
| 13. North Dakota | $78,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $38.44 ($79,950 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $79,950 against $74,690 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Colorado rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Colorado ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Colorado pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $82,020 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.