How much does a construction and building inspector make in Montana?
$75,700a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Montana. That is $36.39 an hour or $6,308 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.39
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,840Median: $75,700Highest 10%: $100,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,840 | $23.96 | |
| 25th | $61,110 | $29.38 | |
| Median | $75,700 | $36.39 | |
| 75th | $84,240 | $40.50 | |
| 90th | $100,900 | $48.49 |
Cities in Montana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bozeman, MT | $96,530 |
| Helena, MT | $80,830 |
| Billings, MT | $74,960 |
| Great Falls, MT | $71,280 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 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 |
| 20. Nevada | $75,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Montana?
The median hourly pay in Montana is $36.39 ($75,700 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Montana than the national average?
Yes: $75,700 against $74,690 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Montana rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Montana ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Montana pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Bozeman, MT, with a median of $96,530 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.