How much does an inspector make in Columbus?
$49,030a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Columbus, IN metro area. That is $23.57 an hour or $4,086 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.57
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 181 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 900
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,900Median: $49,030Highest 10%: $75,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,900 | $17.26 | |
| 25th | $43,290 | $20.81 | |
| Median | $49,030 | $23.57 | |
| 75th | $61,720 | $29.67 | |
| 90th | $75,860 | $36.47 |
Other cities in Indiana
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Bloomington, IN | $60,360 |
| Lafayette, IN | $49,460 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $48,340 |
| Chicago, IL | $48,230 |
| Fort Wayne, IN | $48,120 |
| Louisville, KY | $48,000 |
| Indianapolis, IN | $47,980 |
| Evansville, IN | $47,970 |
| Elkhart, IN | $47,950 |
| South Bend, IN | $46,900 |
| Terre Haute, IN | $46,780 |
| Kokomo, IN | $45,720 |
| Muncie, IN | $45,670 |
| Michigan City, IN | $45,370 |
Related jobs in Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $75,640 |
| Tool and Die Maker | $71,180 |
| Machinist | $61,230 |
| Forging Machine Setter | $52,060 |
| Welder | $49,320 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $48,590 |
| Cutting | $47,880 |
| Multiple Machine Tool Setter | $47,320 |
| Miscellaneous Assembler and Fabricator | $46,950 |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operator and Tender | $44,620 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, IN metro area is $23.57 ($49,030 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $49,030 against $48,570 nationally, 1% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Indiana?
The median in Indiana is $47,900, so Columbus pays 2% more.
Where does Columbus rank for inspector pay?
181 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,900 or less a year; the top 10% make $75,860 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.