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How much does a construction and building inspector make in North Dakota?

$78,570a year

Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in North Dakota. That is $37.77 an hour or $6,548 a month.

Hourly
$37.77
Vs. national median
+5%
Rank among states
13 of 51
Jobs in the state
180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $55,150Median: $78,570Highest 10%: $100,400
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$55,150$26.51
25th$66,370$31.91
Median$78,570$37.77
75th$89,660$43.11
90th$100,400$48.26

Cities in North Dakota

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Fargo, ND$78,880
Bismarck, ND$75,530
Salaries for every job in North Dakota

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.

10. Colorado$79,950
11. New York$79,460
12. Hawaii$79,320
13. North Dakota$78,570
14. Illinois$78,340
15. Rhode Island$77,420
16. Maryland$76,640
Construction and Building Inspector salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in North Dakota?

The median hourly pay in North Dakota is $37.77 ($78,570 a year).

Do construction and building inspectors make more in North Dakota than the national average?

Yes: $78,570 against $74,690 nationally, 5% more.

Where does North Dakota rank for construction and building inspector pay?

North Dakota ranks 13 of 51 states.

Which city in North Dakota pays construction and building inspectors the most?

Fargo, ND-MN, with a median of $78,880 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.