How much does an inspector make in Washington?
$64,420a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in Washington. That is $30.97 an hour or $5,368 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.97
- Vs. national median
- +33%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,830Median: $64,420Highest 10%: $115,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,830 | $19.63 | |
| 25th | $49,190 | $23.65 | |
| Median | $64,420 | $30.97 | |
| 75th | $106,100 | $51.00 | |
| 90th | $115,200 | $55.40 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $76,800 |
| Bremerton, WA | $71,950 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $68,060 |
| Longview, WA | $58,950 |
| Portland, OR | $58,460 |
| Olympia, WA | $57,440 |
| Spokane, WA | $55,120 |
| Walla Walla, WA | $55,050 |
| Bellingham, WA | $49,230 |
| Kennewick, WA | $48,450 |
| Yakima, WA | $46,910 |
| Lewiston, ID | $43,790 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $42,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for inspectors.
| 1. Alaska | $78,150 |
| 2. Washington | $64,420 |
| 3. Maryland | $61,790 |
| 4. Hawaii | $59,740 |
| 5. District of Columbia | $59,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $30.97 ($64,420 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $64,420 against $48,570 nationally, 33% more.
Where does Washington rank for inspector pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays inspectors the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $76,800 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.