How much does a construction and building inspector make in Iowa?
$71,630a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Iowa. That is $34.44 an hour or $5,969 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.44
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,470Median: $71,630Highest 10%: $90,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,470 | $22.82 | |
| 25th | $60,720 | $29.19 | |
| Median | $71,630 | $34.44 | |
| 75th | $82,150 | $39.50 | |
| 90th | $90,380 | $43.45 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ames, IA | $79,740 |
| Iowa City, IA | $78,030 |
| Des Moines, IA | $73,910 |
| Davenport, IA | $73,440 |
| Waterloo, IA | $71,330 |
| Sioux City, IA | $68,770 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $68,210 |
| Omaha, NE | $65,830 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 23. Utah | $74,130 |
| 24. Arizona | $73,440 |
| 25. Delaware | $72,700 |
| 26. Iowa | $71,630 |
| 27. Michigan | $71,040 |
| 28. Louisiana | $68,260 |
| 29. Florida | $68,170 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $34.44 ($71,630 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $71,630 against $74,690 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Iowa rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Iowa ranks 26 of 51 states.
Which city in Iowa pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Ames, IA, with a median of $79,740 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.