How much does a construction and building inspector make in Maine?
$74,670a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Maine. That is $35.90 an hour or $6,223 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.90
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,340Median: $74,670Highest 10%: $102,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,340 | $23.24 | |
| 25th | $61,490 | $29.56 | |
| Median | $74,670 | $35.90 | |
| 75th | $81,410 | $39.14 | |
| 90th | $102,500 | $49.28 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $77,330 |
| Lewiston, ME | $72,970 |
| Bangor, ME | $64,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 18. Virginia | $75,660 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $75,610 |
| 20. Nevada | $75,290 |
| 21. Maine | $74,670 |
| 22. Ohio | $74,490 |
| 23. Utah | $74,130 |
| 24. Arizona | $73,440 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $35.90 ($74,670 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $74,670 against $74,690 nationally, 0% more.
Where does Maine rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Maine ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $77,330 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.