Construction and Building Inspectors Salary in Florida

$33,103 $107,428
10th pct Median: $62,458 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$33,103
25th Percentile$44,970
50th (Median)$62,458
75th Percentile$86,192
90th (Top Earners)$107,428
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Florida median salary of $62,458 for Construction and Building Inspectors has the purchasing power of approximately $61,901 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Florida's higher cost of living (COL index: 100.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Construction and Building Inspectors make in Florida?
Construction and Building Inspectors in Florida earn a median annual salary of $62,458 per year ($30.03/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $65,060.
Is Florida a good state for Construction and Building Inspectors?
Florida pays slightly below the national average for construction and building inspectors. Cost of living in Florida is near the national average (COL index: 100.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Construction and Building Inspectors in Florida?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 100.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $62,458 salary in Florida has the purchasing power of approximately $61,901 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Florida reduce real purchasing power.
How does Florida compare to neighboring states for Construction and Building Inspectors salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Construction and Building Inspectors salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Florida

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $318,912
2 Radiologists $297,523
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $293,971
4 Neurologists $283,776
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $261,005
6 Psychiatrists $239,806
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $233,606
8 Family Medicine Physicians $214,858
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Construction and Building Inspectors in Florida

Construction and Building Inspectors work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the construction trades sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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