How much does an inspector make in Jefferson City?
$49,450a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Jefferson City, MO metro area. That is $23.77 an hour or $4,121 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.77
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 163 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,390Median: $49,450Highest 10%: $66,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,390 | $17.98 | |
| 25th | $43,160 | $20.75 | |
| Median | $49,450 | $23.77 | |
| 75th | $61,790 | $29.71 | |
| 90th | $66,310 | $31.88 |
Other cities in Missouri
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Kansas City, MO | $63,000 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $57,140 |
| Columbia, MO | $52,810 |
| St. Louis, MO | $51,790 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $49,370 |
| Springfield, MO | $48,620 |
| Joplin, MO | $47,960 |
Related jobs in Jefferson City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $63,060 |
| Electrical | $54,850 |
| Machinist | $51,850 |
| Welder | $51,580 |
| Coating | $49,730 |
| Printing Press Operator | $49,610 |
| Molding | $48,700 |
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $48,550 |
| Cutting and Slicing Machine Setter | $46,380 |
| Packaging and Filling Machine Operator and Tender | $46,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Jefferson City?
The median hourly pay in the Jefferson City, MO metro area is $23.77 ($49,450 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Jefferson City than the national average?
Yes: $49,450 against $48,570 nationally, 2% more.
How does Jefferson City compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $54,420, so Jefferson City pays 9% less.
Where does Jefferson City rank for inspector pay?
163 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Jefferson City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,390 or less a year; the top 10% make $66,310 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.