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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Building and Codes Inspector in Washington is $66,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.
However, a Building and Codes Inspector's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Building and Codes Inspector Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $74,400 | $6,200 | $1,431 | $36 |
| Average | $66,100 | $5,508 | $1,271 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,700 | $4,892 | $1,129 | $28 |
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A Building and Codes Inspector's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Building and Codes Inspector's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Building and Codes Inspector | $65,484 |
| Intermediate Level Building and Codes Inspector | $66,283 |
| Senior Level Building and Codes Inspector | $68,152 |
| Specialist Level Building and Codes Inspector | $68,526 |
| Expert Level Building and Codes Inspector | $68,775 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Building and Codes Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
Building and Codes Inspector salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $71,929. While startup companies pay approximate $60,967.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $60,967 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $64,450 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $69,495 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $71,929 |
For Building and Codes Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Building and Codes Inspector positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Building and Codes Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy & Utilities | $82,625 | $40.0 | 25% |
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $72,710 | $35.0 | 10% |
| Construction | $69,405 | $33.0 | 5% |
Understanding how a Building and Codes Inspector's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $74,400 | $6,200 | $1,431 | $36 |
| Average | $66,100 | $5,508 | $1,271 | $32 |
| 25th Percentile | $58,700 | $4,892 | $1,129 | $28 |
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