Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for construction and building inspectors is $31.25 an hour ($65,000 a year). About 570 people work in this job there.
That is 13% lower than the U.S. median ($74,690). Nebraska ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for construction and building inspectors in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.07 | $45,910 |
| 25% of workers | $24.94 | $51,880 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.25 | $65,000 |
| 75% of workers | $38.24 | $79,540 |
| 90% of workers | $43.69 | $90,880 |
Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $65,830 | 320 |
| Lincoln | $61,960 | 90 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $50,700 |
| Electricians | $60,820 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $75,570 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $60,970 |
| Compliance Officers | $73,920 |
| Construction Managers | $100,820 |
| Civil Engineers | $103,150 |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | $48,650 |
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