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

"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 Utah?"

"In Utah, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Department of Workforce Services - Office of Apprenticeship, 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 Utah

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

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), home inspectors in Utah earned a median annual wage of approximately $74,130. Employment concentration in Utah is roughly 0.76 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 Utah?"

"Utah currently employs approximately 1,240 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

Utah construction and building inspectors earn a median annual wage of $74,130 ($35.64/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 1,240 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -0.7% below the national median of $74,690 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $74,130 ($35.64/hr)
25th percentile: $60,070 per year
75th percentile: $84,240 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $99,630 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $48,690 per year
Workers employed in Utah: 1,240
Versus national median: -0.7% below the U.S. median of $74,690
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.76 - this occupation is less concentrated in Utah than the national average

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

Utah employs approximately 1,240 home inspectors according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $74,130 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 Utah, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Home Inspector in Utah

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

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 Utah? The median annual wage for home inspectors in Utah is $74,130 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $48,690 and experienced professionals can earn $99,630 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 (Utah): $74,130 per year ¹

Home Inspector Wages by Metro Area in Utah

Construction and Building Inspectors Wages by Metro Area in Utah

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Salt Lake City-Murray	500	$74,880	$74,780	$50,680	$101,050
Provo-Orem-Lehi	260	$69,110	$69,030	$44,640	$95,990
Ogden	200	$75,360	$74,140	$48,930	$101,930
St. George	80	$75,950	$72,810	$50,600	$102,690

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 Utah

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

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Salt Lake City-Murray	500	$74,880
Provo-Orem-Lehi	260	$69,110
Ogden	200	$75,360
St. George	80	$75,950

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for home inspectors in Utah? Utah currently employs approximately 1,240 home inspectors ¹. Nationally, home inspector employment is projected to grow -0.8% from 2024 to 2034 ².

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

How much do home inspectors earn in Utah compared to the national average? The median annual wage for home inspectors in Utah is $74,130, which is $2,010 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)