How much does an inspector make in Rochester?
$59,850a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Rochester, MN metro area. That is $28.77 an hour or $4,988 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.77
- Vs. national median
- +23%
- Rank among cities
- 36 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,450Median: $59,850Highest 10%: $77,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,450 | $21.37 | |
| 25th | $48,410 | $23.27 | |
| Median | $59,850 | $28.77 | |
| 75th | $63,770 | $30.66 | |
| 90th | $77,030 | $37.03 |
Other cities in Minnesota
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Grand Forks, ND | $60,180 |
| Duluth, MN | $59,920 |
| 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 |
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Salaries for every job in Rochester, MNFrequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Rochester?
The median hourly pay in the Rochester, MN metro area is $28.77 ($59,850 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Rochester than the national average?
Yes: $59,850 against $48,570 nationally, 23% more.
How does Rochester compare with the rest of Minnesota?
The median in Minnesota is $57,170, so Rochester pays 5% more.
Where does Rochester rank for inspector pay?
36 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Rochester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $77,030 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.