How much does a construction and building inspector make in Rhode Island?
$77,420a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Rhode Island. That is $37.22 an hour or $6,452 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.22
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $57,950Median: $77,420Highest 10%: $110,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $57,950 | $27.86 | |
| 25th | $63,520 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $77,420 | $37.22 | |
| 75th | $96,670 | $46.48 | |
| 90th | $110,900 | $53.34 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $80,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 12. Hawaii | $79,320 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $37.22 ($77,420 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $77,420 against $74,690 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Rhode Island ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $80,100 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.