How much does a construction and building inspector make in Virginia?
$75,660a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Virginia. That is $36.38 an hour or $6,305 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.38
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,550
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $50,090Median: $75,660Highest 10%: $104,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $50,090 | $24.08 | |
| 25th | $60,870 | $29.26 | |
| Median | $75,660 | $36.38 | |
| 75th | $88,340 | $42.47 | |
| 90th | $104,500 | $50.23 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $80,150 |
| Staunton, VA | $72,070 |
| Richmond, VA | $70,790 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $69,380 |
| Winchester, VA | $66,220 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $64,710 |
| Roanoke, VA | $64,680 |
| Lynchburg, VA | $64,000 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $62,660 |
| Harrisonburg, VA | $60,930 |
| Kingsport, TN | $56,820 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 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 |
| 21. Maine | $74,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $36.38 ($75,660 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $75,660 against $74,690 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Virginia rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Virginia ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia 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.