Construction and Building Inspectors
Role Overview
Inspect structures using engineering skills to determine structural soundness and compliance with specifications, building codes, and other regulations. Inspections may be general in nature or may be limited to a specific area, such as electrical systems or plumbing.
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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| California | $101,160 |
| Alaska | $94,030 |
| District of Columbia | $91,630 |
| Washington | $89,360 |
| Connecticut | $87,290 |
| Minnesota | $83,890 |
| Oregon | $82,220 |
| New Jersey | $82,210 |
| Massachusetts | $79,220 |
| Colorado | $78,940 |
| New York | $78,570 |
| Nevada | $76,560 |
| North Dakota | $74,970 |
| Illinois | $73,050 |
| Arizona | $73,040 |
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Median Annual Salary
$72,120
Projected Growth (10yr)
+-0.8%
Avg. annual openings
14.8k
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