How much does a construction and building inspector make in Massachusetts?
$83,200a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Massachusetts. That is $40.00 an hour or $6,933 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.00
- Vs. national median
- +11%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,330Median: $83,200Highest 10%: $123,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,330 | $24.20 | |
| 25th | $65,730 | $31.60 | |
| Median | $83,200 | $40.00 | |
| 75th | $104,000 | $50.01 | |
| 90th | $123,400 | $59.33 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Amherst Town, MA | $89,030 |
| Boston, MA | $84,620 |
| Worcester, MA | $80,650 |
| Providence, RI | $80,100 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $79,450 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $76,000 |
| Springfield, MA | $75,050 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 5. Minnesota | $88,670 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $86,200 |
| 7. Oregon | $84,510 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $83,200 |
| 9. New Jersey | $81,760 |
| 10. Colorado | $79,950 |
| 11. New York | $79,460 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $40.00 ($83,200 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $83,200 against $74,690 nationally, 11% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Massachusetts ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Amherst Town-Northampton, MA, with a median of $89,030 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.