Construction & Real Estate Bear, DE Pop. 21,000

Building Inspector Salary in Bear, Delaware

The median building inspector salary in Bear, DE is $63,063 per year, which is 1% below the national median and 2% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$63,063
vs State Avg
$-1,274
vs National
$-637
Cost of Living
99%

Building Inspector Salary in Bear by Experience

In Bear, an entry-level building inspector earns around $41,580, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,050 per year. The local cost of living index is 99% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$41,580
$-420 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$64,350
$-650 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$94,050
$-950 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Bear, DE

Percentile Bear
10th Percentile $39,600
25th Percentile $49,500
Median (50th) $63,063
75th Percentile $81,180
90th Percentile $100,980

Building Inspector Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$66,885
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$64,974
Pop. 33,398
Middletown, DE
$62,426
Pop. 22,350
Dover, DE
$61,152
Pop. 39,403

How to Become a Building Inspector in Bear

Education

Most building inspector positions require a high school diploma. Bear and the surrounding Delaware area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Building CodesInspection TechniquesBlueprint ReadingDocumentationSafety RegulationsCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, building inspector employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Bear may vary based on local industry and population growth.