How much does an inspector make in Minnesota?
$57,170a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Minnesota. That is $27.49 an hour or $4,764 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.49
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,030Median: $57,170Highest 10%: $76,510
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,030 | $20.21 | |
| 25th | $48,060 | $23.11 | |
| Median | $57,170 | $27.49 | |
| 75th | $62,910 | $30.25 | |
| 90th | $76,510 | $36.78 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Grand Forks, ND | $60,180 |
| Duluth, MN | $59,920 |
| Rochester, MN | $59,850 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $58,900 |
| Mankato, MN | $51,910 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $50,450 |
| Fargo, ND | $50,230 |
| La Crosse, WI | $45,600 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $44,670 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 7. Montana | $58,070 |
| 8. Wyoming | $57,900 |
| 9. Delaware | $57,190 |
| 10. Minnesota | $57,170 |
| 11. Connecticut | $57,090 |
| 12. Rhode Island | $54,940 |
| 13. New Hampshire | $54,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $27.49 ($57,170 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $57,170 against $48,570 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for inspector pay?
Minnesota ranks 10 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays inspectors the most?
Grand Forks, ND-MN, with a median of $60,180 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.