Construction & Real Estate Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Building Inspector Salary in Ohio

The median building inspector salary in Ohio is $57,330 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $63,700.

Median Salary

$57,330

vs National

$-6,370

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Building Inspector Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level building inspector earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,000	$40,000	$-4,000
25th Percentile	$45,000	$50,000	$-5,000
Median (50th)	$57,330	$63,700	$-6,370
75th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200
90th Percentile	$91,800	$102,000	$-10,200

Building Inspector Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for building inspectors in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$60,515

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$54,782

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$57,330

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$52,234

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$53,508

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Building Inspector in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Building CodesInspection TechniquesBlueprint ReadingDocumentationSafety RegulationsCommunication

Job Outlook in Ohio

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