How much does a construction and building inspector make in Maryland?
$76,640a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Maryland. That is $36.85 an hour or $6,387 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.85
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,780
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $53,610Median: $76,640Highest 10%: $110,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,610 | $25.77 | |
| 25th | $63,530 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $76,640 | $36.85 | |
| 75th | $94,160 | $45.27 | |
| 90th | $110,300 | $53.00 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $80,150 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $75,710 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $75,390 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $74,070 |
| Baltimore, MD | $73,840 |
| Salisbury, MD | $67,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 13. North Dakota | $78,570 |
| 14. Illinois | $78,340 |
| 15. Rhode Island | $77,420 |
| 16. Maryland | $76,640 |
| 17. Montana | $75,700 |
| 18. Virginia | $75,660 |
| 19. Wisconsin | $75,610 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $36.85 ($76,640 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $76,640 against $74,690 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Maryland rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Maryland ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $80,150 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.