What are the main factors that influence a Mold Inspector's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Mold Inspector?

The MFG Durable industry offers the highest average compensation for Mold Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Mold Inspector's salary?

A Mold Inspector's salary grows with experience: starting around $41,944 for beginners, reaching about $42,943 at mid-level, and approach $43,164 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Mold Inspector?

Mold Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Mold Inspector roles are District of Columbia $45,318, California $45,146, Massachusetts $44,544. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Mold Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Mold Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Mold Designer: $72,727; Mold Maker IV: $68,193; Mold Maker III: $57,960; Mold Maker II: $55,765; Mold Maker: $53,304.

Mold Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Mold Inspector make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Mold Inspector in Delaware is $41,450 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,004
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,891 to $44,357
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,650

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Mold Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,357	$3,696	$853	$21
Average	$41,450	$3,454	$797	$20
25th Percentile	$37,891	$3,158	$729	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Mold Inspector Salaries

A Mold Inspector'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 Mold Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Mold Inspector'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $41,944
Early Career (1-2 years): $42,280
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $42,943
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,075
Expert (over 8 years): $43,164

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Mold Inspector	$41,944
Intermediate Level Mold Inspector	$42,280
Senior Level Mold Inspector	$42,943
Specialist Level Mold Inspector	$43,075
Expert Level Mold Inspector	$43,164

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How Do Mold Inspector 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 Mold Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $45,318.
California: $45,146.
Massachusetts: $44,544.

District of Columbia $45,318 California $45,146 Massachusetts $44,544 Washington $44,380 New Jersey $44,364 Alaska $44,307 Connecticut $43,742 New York $43,513

Hawaii $42,780 Rhode Island $42,436 Maryland $42,203 Minnesota $41,884 Colorado $41,761 Illinois $41,720 Oregon $41,564 Delaware $41,450

New Hampshire $41,378 Virginia $41,217 Pennsylvania $40,746 Nevada $40,508 North Dakota $40,431 Michigan $40,308 Wisconsin $40,263 Vermont $40,173

Texas $39,923 Maine $39,907 Arizona $39,882 Ohio $39,854 Georgia $39,477 Indiana $39,289 Wyoming $39,252 Utah $39,195

Iowa $39,170 Kansas $38,974 Louisiana $38,916 North Carolina $38,896 Missouri $38,888 Florida $38,728 Montana $38,642 Nebraska $38,560

Kentucky $38,515 South Carolina $38,351 Tennessee $38,249 Idaho $38,208 New Mexico $37,909 Oklahoma $37,844 Alabama $37,602 South Dakota $37,197

Arkansas $36,976 West Virginia $36,857 Mississippi $36,501

Top Paying Cities for Mold Inspectors

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: $41,263
Little Creek: $41,565
Magnolia: $41,505

Lincoln, DE $41,263 Little Creek, DE $41,565 Magnolia, DE $41,505 Milford, DE $41,368 Marydel, DE $41,436 Millsboro, DE $41,090 Millville, DE $41,153 Milton, DE $41,225

Nassau, DE $41,255 Ocean View, DE $41,147 Rehoboth Beach, DE $41,226 Seaford, DE $41,249 Selbyville, DE $41,078 Smyrna, DE $41,594 Viola, DE $41,402 Woodside, DE $41,514

Bear, DE $41,418 Newark, DE $41,402 Claymont, DE $41,487 Delaware City, DE $41,444 Hockessin, DE $41,399 Kirkwood, DE $41,436 Middletown, DE $41,452 Montchanin, DE $41,408

New Castle, DE $41,414 Odessa, DE $41,472 Port Penn, DE $41,500 Rockland, DE $41,412 Saint Georges, DE $41,439 Townsend, DE $41,503 Winterthur, DE $41,417 Lewes, DE $41,241

Wilmington, DE $41,401 Dover, DE $41,565 Dover Afb, DE $41,346 Bethany Beach, DE $41,103 Bethel, DE $41,146 Bridgeville, DE $41,243 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,448 Cheswold, DE $41,552

Clayton, DE $41,553 Dagsboro, DE $41,074 Delmar, DE $41,009 Ellendale, DE $41,133 Felton, DE $41,365 Fenwick Island, DE $41,083 Frankford, DE $41,012 Frederica, DE $41,406

Georgetown, DE $41,059 Greenwood, DE $41,249 Harbeson, DE $41,103 Harrington, DE $41,312 Hartly, DE $41,441 Houston, DE $41,253 Kenton, DE $41,555 Laurel, DE $41,034

Yorklyn, DE $41,411

Mold Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Mold Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the MFG Durable and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Mold Inspector positions in Transportation or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Mold Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Mold Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
MFG Durable	$53,885	$26.0	30%
Construction	$49,740	$24.0	20%
Retail & Wholesale	$45,595	$22.0	10%

Mold Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Mold Inspector'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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$37,891

Average $41,450/year

$44,357

$3,158

Average $3,454/month

$3,696

$729

Average $797/week

$853

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,357	$3,696	$853	$21
Average	$41,450	$3,454	$797	$20
25th Percentile	$37,891	$3,158	$729	$18

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