What are the main factors that influence a Quality Control Inspector I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Quality Control Inspector 's salary?

A Quality Control Inspector 's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Inspector I (0-1 years)earns $49,182, a Quality Control Inspector II (1-3 years)earns $53,969, a Quality Control Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $68,193, a Quality Control Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $76,336,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Control Inspector I?

Quality Control Inspector I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Control Inspector I roles are District of Columbia $53,771, California $53,567, Massachusetts $52,853. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Control Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Quality Control Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Specialist Quality Control Inspector: $75,390; Quality Control Inspector IV: $75,379; Senior Quality Control Inspector: $67,390; Quality Control Inspector III: $67,338; aircraft quality control inspector: $55,633.

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Quality Control Inspector I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Control Inspector I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Control Inspector I in Delaware is $49,182 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

However, a Quality Control Inspector I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $58,234
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,282 to $53,920
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,731

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Quality Control Inspector I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,920	$4,493	$1,037	$26
Average	$49,182	$4,098	$946	$24
25th Percentile	$45,282	$3,773	$871	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Control Inspector I Salaries

A Quality Control Inspector I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Quality Control Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Control Inspector I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Quality Control Inspector I (0-1 years): $49,182
Quality Control Inspector II (1-3 years): $53,969
Quality Control Inspector III (3-5 years): $68,193
Quality Control Inspector IV (5-7 years): $76,336

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Quality Control Inspector I	0-1 years	$49,182
Quality Control Inspector II	1-3 years	$53,969
Quality Control Inspector III	3-5 years	$68,193
Quality Control Inspector IV	5-7 years	$76,336

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How Do Quality Control Inspector I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Quality Control Inspector Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $53,771.
California: $53,567.
Massachusetts: $52,853.

District of Columbia $53,771 California $53,567 Massachusetts $52,853 Washington $52,659 New Jersey $52,640 Alaska $52,572 Connecticut $51,901 New York $51,629

Hawaii $50,760 Rhode Island $50,352 Maryland $50,075 Minnesota $49,697 Colorado $49,551 Illinois $49,502 Oregon $49,318 Delaware $49,182

New Hampshire $49,096 Virginia $48,905 Pennsylvania $48,346 Nevada $48,065 North Dakota $47,973 Michigan $47,827 Wisconsin $47,773 Vermont $47,667

Texas $47,370 Maine $47,351 Arizona $47,322 Ohio $47,288 Georgia $46,841 Indiana $46,618 Wyoming $46,574 Utah $46,506

Iowa $46,477 Kansas $46,244 Louisiana $46,176 North Carolina $46,151 Missouri $46,142 Florida $45,952 Montana $45,850 Nebraska $45,753

Kentucky $45,700 South Carolina $45,505 Tennessee $45,384 Idaho $45,335 New Mexico $44,981 Oklahoma $44,903 Alabama $44,617 South Dakota $44,136

Arkansas $43,874 West Virginia $43,733 Mississippi $43,310

Top Paying Cities for Quality Control Inspector Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $50,901
Little Creek: $50,430
Magnolia: $50,639

Lincoln, DE $50,901 Little Creek, DE $50,430 Magnolia, DE $50,639 Milford, DE $50,901 Marydel, DE $50,240 Millsboro, DE $50,901 Millville, DE $51,241 Milton, DE $50,901

Nassau, DE $50,901 Ocean View, DE $51,241 Rehoboth Beach, DE $51,241 Seaford, DE $50,367 Selbyville, DE $51,241 Smyrna, DE $50,182 Viola, DE $50,639 Woodside, DE $50,493

Bear, DE $49,813 Newark, DE $49,833 Claymont, DE $49,871 Delaware City, DE $49,833 Hockessin, DE $49,871 Kirkwood, DE $49,833 Middletown, DE $50,080 Montchanin, DE $49,871

New Castle, DE $49,871 Odessa, DE $50,148 Port Penn, DE $49,697 Rockland, DE $49,871 Saint Georges, DE $49,833 Townsend, DE $50,075 Winterthur, DE $49,871 Lewes, DE $50,901

Wilmington, DE $49,871 Dover, DE $50,406 Dover Afb, DE $50,522 Bethany Beach, DE $51,241 Bethel, DE $50,367 Bridgeville, DE $50,901 Camden Wyoming, DE $50,459 Cheswold, DE $50,289

Clayton, DE $50,163 Dagsboro, DE $51,241 Delmar, DE $50,367 Ellendale, DE $50,901 Felton, DE $50,901 Fenwick Island, DE $51,241 Frankford, DE $51,241 Frederica, DE $50,901

Georgetown, DE $50,901 Greenwood, DE $50,901 Harbeson, DE $50,901 Harrington, DE $50,901 Hartly, DE $50,139 Houston, DE $50,901 Kenton, DE $50,163 Laurel, DE $50,367

Yorklyn, DE $49,871

Quality Control Inspector I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Control Inspector I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$45,282

Average $49,182/year

$53,920

$3,773

Average $4,098/month

$4,493

$871

Average $946/week

$1,037

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,920	$4,493	$1,037	$26
Average	$49,182	$4,098	$946	$24
25th Percentile	$45,282	$3,773	$871	$22

Quality Control Inspector I Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Quality Control Inspector I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Quality Control Inspector I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Quality Control Inspector II	$53,969	10%
Product Inspector II	$50,414	3%

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