How much does an inspector make in Boulder?
$60,400a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Boulder, CO metro area. That is $29.04 an hour or $5,033 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.04
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 26 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 790
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,670Median: $60,400Highest 10%: $88,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,670 | $22.44 | |
| 25th | $48,820 | $23.47 | |
| Median | $60,400 | $29.04 | |
| 75th | $76,950 | $37.00 | |
| 90th | $88,420 | $42.51 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Greeley, CO | $58,960 |
| Pueblo, CO | $58,600 |
| Denver, CO | $58,430 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $56,740 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $52,120 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $51,080 |
Related jobs in Boulder
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $84,880 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $74,270 |
| Welder | $65,040 |
| Machinist | $63,990 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $58,980 |
| Electrical | $55,220 |
| Coating | $54,760 |
| Separating | $53,340 |
| Chemical Equipment Operator and Tender | $51,230 |
| Cabinetmaker and Bench Carpenter | $50,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Boulder?
The median hourly pay in the Boulder, CO metro area is $29.04 ($60,400 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Boulder than the national average?
Yes: $60,400 against $48,570 nationally, 24% more.
How does Boulder compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $58,350, so Boulder pays 4% more.
Where does Boulder rank for inspector pay?
26 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Boulder?
The lowest-paid 10% make $46,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $88,420 or more.
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.