How much does a construction and building inspector make in Washington?
$96,140a year
Median yearly pay for construction and building inspectors in Washington. That is $46.22 an hour or $8,012 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.22
- Vs. national median
- +29%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,840Median: $96,140Highest 10%: $121,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,840 | $30.69 | |
| 25th | $77,480 | $37.25 | |
| Median | $96,140 | $46.22 | |
| 75th | $105,300 | $50.63 | |
| 90th | $121,700 | $58.51 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $102,800 |
| Olympia, WA | $98,220 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $97,610 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $96,400 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $96,100 |
| Bremerton, WA | $95,640 |
| Bellingham, WA | $93,340 |
| Portland, OR | $93,340 |
| Kennewick, WA | $87,040 |
| Spokane, WA | $86,140 |
| Yakima, WA | $78,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction and building inspectors.
| 1. Alaska | $102,400 |
| 2. California | $101,300 |
| 3. Connecticut | $98,670 |
| 4. Washington | $96,140 |
| 5. Minnesota | $88,670 |
| 6. District of Columbia | $86,200 |
| 7. Oregon | $84,510 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction and building inspector make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $46.22 ($96,140 a year).
Do construction and building inspectors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $96,140 against $74,690 nationally, 29% more.
Where does Washington rank for construction and building inspector pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays construction and building inspectors the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $102,800 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.