How much does an inspector make in Springfield?
$48,620a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Springfield, MO metro area. That is $23.38 an hour or $4,052 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.38
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 196 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 800
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,730Median: $48,620Highest 10%: $61,230
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,730 | $15.25 | |
| 25th | $40,080 | $19.27 | |
| Median | $48,620 | $23.38 | |
| 75th | $54,420 | $26.16 | |
| 90th | $61,230 | $29.44 |
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 |
| Jefferson City, MO | $49,450 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $49,370 |
| Joplin, MO | $47,960 |
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Salaries for every job in Springfield, MOFrequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, MO metro area is $23.38 ($48,620 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $48,620 against $48,570 nationally, 0% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Missouri?
The median in Missouri is $54,420, so Springfield pays 11% less.
Where does Springfield rank for inspector pay?
196 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $31,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,230 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.