Construction and Building Inspectors Salary in Austin, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX

Median annual salary $76,410 +5.9% vs national
Median hourly $36.74
10th percentile $46,680
90th percentile $106,060
Employed locally 1,350
National median $72,120

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,680
    25th
    $60,960
    50th (median)
    $76,410
    75th
    $84,650
    90th
    $106,060

    Austin economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $97,638 2023 • Census ACS
    Construction and Building Inspectors salary vs area income 78% Median Construction and Building Inspectors salary is 22% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Construction and Building Inspectors make per hour in Austin?

    The median hourly wage for Construction and Building Inspectors in Austin, TX is $36.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.96 or more per hour.

    Is Austin above or below average for Construction and Building Inspectors salaries?

    The median Construction and Building Inspectors salary in Austin, TX is 5.9% above the national median of $72,120. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Construction and Building Inspectors in Austin?

    Entry-level Construction and Building Inspectors (10th percentile) earn around $46,680 per year in Austin, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,960.