Construction Engineering Inspector Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Engineering Inspector make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Engineering Inspector in the United States is $60,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Construction Engineering Inspector's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $74,614
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,417 to $68,031
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,694
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Construction Engineering Inspector Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $68,031 $5,669 $1,308 $33
Average $60,800 $5,067 $1,169 $29
25th Percentile $53,417 $4,451 $1,027 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Engineering Inspector Salaries

A Construction Engineering 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Engineering Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Engineering 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $60,800
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $61,545
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,282
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,630
  • Expert (over 8 years): $63,861
Levels Salary
Entry Level Construction Engineering Inspector$60,800
Intermediate Level Construction Engineering Inspector$61,545
Senior Level Construction Engineering Inspector$63,282
Specialist Level Construction Engineering Inspector$63,630
Expert Level Construction Engineering Inspector$63,861
$60,800 0 yr
$61,545 < 2 yrs
$63,282 2-4 yrs
$63,630 5-8 yrs
$63,861 > 8 yrs
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How Do Construction Engineering Inspector Salaries Vary from State to State?

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 Construction Engineering Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $67,318.
  • California: $67,063.
  • Massachusetts: $66,169.

Top Paying Cities for Construction Engineering Inspectors

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:

  • San Jose: $76,688
  • San Francisco: $75,848
  • Oakland: $74,249

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Engineering Inspector's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Attention to Detail (Mentioned in 3.83% Job Postings): Executing and completing a task with a high level of accuracy.
  • API (Mentioned in 3.38% Job Postings): An application programming interface is a way for two or more computer programs to communicate with each other. It is a type of software interface, offering a service to other pieces of software.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
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Attention to Detail 3.83%
API 3.38%
Microsoft Office 2.4%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Engineering Inspector's salary.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Construction Management: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Presentation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Oral Communication
 $65,664
8%
Construction Management
 $65,664
8%
Presentation
 $65,664
8%
Purchasing
 $65,056
7%
Project Management
 $65,056
7%
Innovation
 $65,056
7%
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Construction Engineering Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Engineering 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, Construction Engineering Inspector positions in Retail & Wholesale or Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Engineering Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Engineering Inspector

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$76,000$37.025%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$66,880$32.010%
Construction$63,840$31.05%

How Education impacts a Construction Engineering Inspector's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Engineering Inspectors enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Engineering Inspector with a Associate's Degree is between $60,178 and $64,902).

Construction Engineering Inspector Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Engineering Inspector
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.6%
High School 46.3%
Associates 18.3%
Bachelors 31.1%
Masters 2.4%
Doctorate 1.2%
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Construction Engineering Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Engineering 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.

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$53,417
Average $60,800/year
$68,031
$4,451
Average $5,067/month
$5,669
$1,027
Average $1,169/week
$1,308
$26
Average $29/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,031 $5,669 $1,308 $33
Average $60,800 $5,067 $1,169 $29
25th Percentile $53,417 $4,451 $1,027 $26

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Salary Trends for Construction Engineering Inspector

Salaries for a Construction Engineering Inspector can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,054 in 2023 to around $53,685 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Engineering Inspector salary trends, .

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