Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for construction and building inspectors is $28.50 an hour ($59,280 a year). About 2,090 people work in this job there.
That is 21% lower than the U.S. median ($74,690). Oklahoma ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for construction and building inspectors in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.91 | $41,410 |
| 25% of workers | $22.28 | $46,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.50 | $59,280 |
| 75% of workers | $36.73 | $76,400 |
| 90% of workers | $45.60 | $94,850 |
Construction and Building Inspectors pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $61,890 | 650 |
| Oklahoma City | $59,610 | 800 |
| Lawton | $56,960 | 60 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | $42,750 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $73,040 |
| Electricians | $61,010 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $57,970 |
| Compliance Officers | $63,000 |
| Civil Engineers | $98,760 |
| Construction Managers | $100,690 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $102,890 |
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