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Construction and Building Inspectors

Inspect structures to make sure that building codes are met through all phases of construction.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Well above the statewide median
$39.04 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Shrinking
Growth rate:  -2.9%    Read more about outlook

Education:

High School or less is typically required.

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.
  • Evaluate projects to determine compliance with technical specifications.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
  • Inspect industrial or commercial equipment to ensure proper operation.
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Job Title Examples:

Associate Architect
Building Code Administrator
Engineering Technician

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages   This career pays well above the median wage.

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $39.04
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Construction and Building Inspectors *

Area Low Median High
U S
$25.1 $32.03 $40.85
Minnesota
$30.24 $39.04 $46.46
Central Minnesota
$32.28 $37.32 $45.08
Northeast Minnesota
$27.8 $32.14 $39.06
Northwest Minnesota
$24.57 $28.27 $38.95
Southeast Minnesota
$27.96 $38.61 $41.64
Southwest Minnesota
$26.56 $37.94 $45.38
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$33.1 $41.29 $48.82

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 1190 workers employed in this small career.

Where do Construction and Building Inspectors most often work?

 

Current Demand

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