How much does an inspector make in Lawrence?
$50,430a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Lawrence, KS metro area. That is $24.25 an hour or $4,203 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.25
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 132 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 210
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,990Median: $50,430Highest 10%: $64,420
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,990 | $18.75 | |
| 25th | $44,670 | $21.48 | |
| Median | $50,430 | $24.25 | |
| 75th | $60,990 | $29.32 | |
| 90th | $64,420 | $30.97 |
Other cities in Kansas
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Wichita, KS | $63,030 |
| Kansas City, MO | $63,000 |
| Topeka, KS | $57,050 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $49,370 |
| Manhattan, KS | $49,040 |
| Joplin, MO | $47,960 |
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Salaries for every job in Lawrence, KSFrequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Lawrence?
The median hourly pay in the Lawrence, KS metro area is $24.25 ($50,430 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Lawrence than the national average?
Yes: $50,430 against $48,570 nationally, 4% more.
How does Lawrence compare with the rest of Kansas?
The median in Kansas is $53,680, so Lawrence pays 6% less.
Where does Lawrence rank for inspector pay?
132 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Lawrence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $38,990 or less a year; the top 10% make $64,420 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.