Construction and Building Inspectors Salary in Indiana (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Construction and Building Inspectors in Indiana, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Indiana Median
$62,850
per year
Hourly Rate
$30.22
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-16% vs US median
US median $74,690
State Rank
#43 of 51
2,110 employed here

How much do Construction and Building Inspectors make in Indiana?

Construction and Building Inspectors working in Indiana earn a median salary of $62,850 per year, or about $30.22 per hour. That is 16% below the national median of $74,690 for this occupation.

Within Indiana, entry-level pay starts around $44,540 while the top 10% make $94,350 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $50,740 and $79,490 a year.

Construction and Building Inspectors salary range in Indiana

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$44,540$21.41
25th percentile (early career)$50,740$24.39
50th percentile (median)$62,850$30.22
75th percentile (experienced)$79,490$38.22
90th percentile (top earners)$94,350$45.36

How Indiana compares

Indiana ranks 43rd out of 51 states and territories for Construction and Building Inspectors pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$102,410
2California$101,290
3Connecticut$98,670
4Washington$96,140
5Minnesota$88,670

Working as Construction and Building Inspectors in Indiana

Nationally, about 147,000 people work as Construction and Building Inspectors in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Indiana pay ($62,850) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Construction and Building Inspectors make in Indiana?
The median Construction and Building Inspectors salary in Indiana is $62,850 per year, or about $30.22 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $44,540 at the entry level to $94,350 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Indiana pay compare to the national average?
Indiana pays Construction and Building Inspectors about 16% less than the national median of $74,690. Indiana ranks 43rd out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Indiana a good state for Construction and Building Inspectors?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $62,850 a year. About 2,110 Construction and Building Inspectors are employed in Indiana. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Indiana?
The highest-paying occupations in Indiana include Cardiologist ($588,890), Surgeon, All Other ($459,300), Radiologist ($430,640), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.