Construction & Real Estate Delaware (DE) Rank #15 of 50

Building Inspector Salary in Delaware

The median building inspector salary in Delaware is $64,337 per year, which is 1.0% above the national median of $63,700.

Median Salary
$64,337
vs National
+$637
State Rank
#15 of 50
Cost of Living
101%

Building Inspector Salary in Delaware by Experience

In Delaware, an entry-level building inspector earns around $42,420, while experienced professionals earn up to $95,950 per year. The cost of living index in Delaware is 101% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$42,420
+$420 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$65,650
+$650 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$95,950
+$950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Delaware

Percentile DE Salary
10th Percentile $40,400
25th Percentile $50,500
Median (50th) $64,337
75th Percentile $82,820
90th Percentile $103,020

Building Inspector Salary by City in Delaware

The largest employment areas for building inspectors in Delaware include Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and Middletown. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Wilmington, DE
$66,885
Pop. 70,898 · COL 105%
Dover, DE
$61,152
Pop. 39,403 · COL 96%
Newark, DE
$64,974
Pop. 33,398 · COL 102%
Middletown, DE
$62,426
Pop. 22,350 · COL 98%
Bear, DE
$63,063
Pop. 21,000 · COL 99%

How to Become a Building Inspector in Delaware

Education

Most building inspector positions require a high school diploma. Delaware has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Building CodesInspection TechniquesBlueprint ReadingDocumentationSafety RegulationsCommunication

Job Outlook in Delaware

Nationally, building inspector employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Delaware's demand may vary based on local industry trends.