"How long does it take to become a home inspector in Minnesota?"

"Most paths into the home inspector field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for home inspectors in Minnesota?"

"In Minnesota, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Apprenticeship Minnesota, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Home Inspector in Minnesota

Q: "How much do home inspectors earn in Minnesota?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), home inspectors in Minnesota earned a median annual wage of approximately $88,670. Employment concentration in Minnesota is roughly 0.50 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for home inspectors in Minnesota?"

"Minnesota currently employs approximately 1,390 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects -0.8% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | Brad Fishbein Reviewed by Brad Fishbein, Florida Licensed Mold Assessor (MRSA1408), Council-certified Microbial Investigator

Minnesota construction and building inspectors earn a median annual wage of $88,670 ($42.63/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 1,390 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately 18.7% above the national median of $74,690 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $88,670 ($42.63/hr)
25th percentile: $78,030 per year
75th percentile: $100,890 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $112,420 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $61,610 per year
Workers employed in Minnesota: 1,390
Versus national median: 18.7% above the U.S. median of $74,690
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.50 - this occupation is less concentrated in Minnesota than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Minnesota employs approximately 1,390 home inspectors according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $88,670 ¹. Nationally, home inspector employment is projected to grow -0.8% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a home inspector in Minnesota, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Home Inspector in Minnesota

How do I become a home inspector in Minnesota? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for home inspectors in Minnesota.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do home inspectors earn in Minnesota? The median annual wage for home inspectors in Minnesota is $88,670 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $61,610 and experienced professionals can earn $112,420 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Minnesota): $88,670 per year ¹

Home Inspector Wages by Metro Area in Minnesota

Construction and Building Inspectors Wages by Metro Area in Minnesota

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), construction and building inspectors wages in Minnesota vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington	940	$94,420	$93,770	$77,450	$113,570
Fargo	60	$78,880	$78,160	$63,630	$98,530
Sioux Falls	60	$78,410	$73,290	$50,960	$91,710
Duluth	50	$79,470	$80,740	$57,670	$105,440
Rochester	50	$96,840	$93,230	$77,440	$113,570
St. Cloud	40	$79,670	$78,720	$56,620	$105,440
La Crosse-Onalaska	40	$74,560	$75,480	$47,290	$101,880

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Home inspectors in Minnesota

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest home inspector employment within Minnesota according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington	940	$94,420
Duluth	50	$79,470
Rochester	50	$96,840
St. Cloud	40	$79,670

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for home inspectors in Minnesota? Minnesota currently employs approximately 1,390 home inspectors ¹. Nationally, home inspector employment is projected to grow -0.8% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Minnesota? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Minnesota.

How much do home inspectors earn in Minnesota compared to the national average? The median annual wage for home inspectors in Minnesota is $88,670, which is $16,550 above the national median of $72,120 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

Meet the author: Brad Fishbein is a Florida Licensed Mold Assessor and council-certified Microbial Investigator. He is the founder of TradeCareerPath.com and has completed over 5,000 mold inspections since 2009. Brad helps homeowners and tradespeople make informed decisions about mold, licensing, and skilled career paths.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)