Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for construction and building inspectors is $30.56 an hour ($63,570 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($74,690). Idaho ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for construction and building inspectors in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.48 | $48,840 |
| 25% of workers | $27.25 | $56,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.56 | $63,570 |
| 75% of workers | $40.19 | $83,600 |
| 90% of workers | $49.04 | $102,000 |
Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls | $79,770 | 80 |
| Twin Falls | $75,730 | 30 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $67,270 | 100 |
| Boise City | $62,700 | 490 |
| Pocatello | $61,570 | 50 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for construction and building inspectors
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: 0% over ten years, little or no change · about 14,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $48,190 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $75,550 |
| Electricians | $63,000 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $52,380 |
| Civil Engineers | $98,030 |
| Construction Managers | $104,600 |
| Compliance Officers | $75,450 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $52,050 |
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