How much does a construction and building inspector make in Louisiana?
$68,260a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Louisiana. That is $32.82 an hour or $5,688 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.82
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,450Median: $68,260Highest 10%: $95,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,450 | $22.81 | |
| 25th | $59,670 | $28.69 | |
| Median | $68,260 | $32.82 | |
| 75th | $81,460 | $39.16 | |
| 90th | $95,400 | $45.87 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lafayette, LA | $83,780 |
| Slidell, LA | $72,800 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $71,770 |
| Houma, LA | $70,170 |
| New Orleans, LA | $69,500 |
| Shreveport, LA | $59,670 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $58,740 |
| Monroe, LA | $57,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 25. Delaware | $72,700 |
| 26. Iowa | $71,630 |
| 27. Michigan | $71,040 |
| 28. Louisiana | $68,260 |
| 29. Florida | $68,170 |
| 30. Vermont | $66,580 |
| 31. North Carolina | $66,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $32.82 ($68,260 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $68,260 against $74,690 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Louisiana ranks 28 of 51 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Lafayette, LA, with a median of $83,780 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.