How much does a construction and building inspector make in Connecticut?
$98,670a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Connecticut. That is $47.44 an hour or $8,223 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.44
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,140Median: $98,670Highest 10%: $129,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,140 | $31.32 | |
| 25th | $79,140 | $38.05 | |
| Median | $98,670 | $47.44 | |
| 75th | $115,100 | $55.34 | |
| 90th | $129,800 | $62.42 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Norwich, CT | $102,100 |
| Hartford, CT | $99,620 |
| New Haven, CT | $98,430 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $95,540 |
| Waterbury, CT | $92,710 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 1. Alaska | $102,400 |
| 2. California | $101,300 |
| 3. Connecticut | $98,670 |
| 4. Washington | $96,140 |
| 5. Minnesota | $88,670 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $86,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $47.44 ($98,670 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $98,670 against $74,690 nationally, 32% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Connecticut ranks 3 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT, with a median of $102,100 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.