What are the main factors that influence a Restaurant 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 Restaurant Inspector?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Restaurant Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Restaurant Inspector's salary?

A Restaurant Inspector's salary grows with experience: an Accounts Payable Clerk I (0-1 years)earns $45,136, an Restaurant Inspector (1-3 years)earns $50,463, an Accounts Payable Clerk III (3-5 years)earns $55,936, an Accounts Payable Supervisor (5+ years)earns $73,487, an Accounts Payable Senior Supervisor (5+ years)earns $89,900,

What are the highest paying states for a Restaurant Inspector?

Restaurant Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Restaurant Inspector roles are District of Columbia $54,199, California $53,993, Massachusetts $53,274. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Restaurant Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Restaurant Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Restaurant Director: $120,069; Inspector: $75,999; Restaurant Auditor: $58,051; Restaurant Manager: $57,239; Restaurant Supervisor: $42,305.

Restaurant Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Restaurant Inspector make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Restaurant Inspector in Delaware is $49,573 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,746
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,302 to $53,328
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,413

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Restaurant Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,328	$4,444	$1,026	$26
Average	$49,573	$4,131	$953	$24
25th Percentile	$45,302	$3,775	$871	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Restaurant Inspector Salaries

A Restaurant 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 Restaurant Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Restaurant 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): $45,136
Early Career (1-2 years): $50,463
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,936
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $73,487
Expert (over 8 years): $89,900

Levels	Salary
Accounts ... Level Restaurant Inspector	$45,136
Restauran... Level Restaurant Inspector	$50,463
Accounts ... Level Restaurant Inspector	$55,936
Accounts ... Level Restaurant Inspector	$73,487
Accounts ... Level Restaurant Inspector	$89,900

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

District of Columbia: $54,199.
California: $53,993.
Massachusetts: $53,274.

District of Columbia $54,199 California $53,993 Massachusetts $53,274 Washington $53,078 New Jersey $53,058 Alaska $52,990 Connecticut $52,314 New York $52,040

Hawaii $51,164 Rhode Island $50,753 Maryland $50,474 Minnesota $50,092 Colorado $49,945 Illinois $49,896 Oregon $49,710 Delaware $49,573

New Hampshire $49,487 Virginia $49,294 Pennsylvania $48,731 Nevada $48,447 North Dakota $48,354 Michigan $48,207 Wisconsin $48,153 Vermont $48,046

Texas $47,747 Maine $47,728 Arizona $47,698 Ohio $47,664 Georgia $47,214 Indiana $46,988 Wyoming $46,944 Utah $46,876

Iowa $46,846 Kansas $46,612 Louisiana $46,543 North Carolina $46,519 Missouri $46,509 Florida $46,318 Montana $46,215 Nebraska $46,117

Kentucky $46,063 South Carolina $45,867 Tennessee $45,745 Idaho $45,696 New Mexico $45,339 Oklahoma $45,260 Alabama $44,972 South Dakota $44,487

Arkansas $44,223 West Virginia $44,081 Mississippi $43,655

Top Paying Cities for Restaurant 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: $49,350
Little Creek: $49,711
Magnolia: $49,640

Lincoln, DE $49,350 Little Creek, DE $49,711 Magnolia, DE $49,640 Milford, DE $49,475 Marydel, DE $49,556 Millsboro, DE $49,143 Millville, DE $49,219 Milton, DE $49,304

Nassau, DE $49,340 Ocean View, DE $49,210 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,305 Seaford, DE $49,333 Selbyville, DE $49,129 Smyrna, DE $49,745 Viola, DE $49,516 Woodside, DE $49,649

Bear, DE $49,535 Newark, DE $49,516 Claymont, DE $49,618 Delaware City, DE $49,566 Hockessin, DE $49,512 Kirkwood, DE $49,556 Middletown, DE $49,576 Montchanin, DE $49,523

New Castle, DE $49,530 Odessa, DE $49,600 Port Penn, DE $49,633 Rockland, DE $49,528 Saint Georges, DE $49,560 Townsend, DE $49,636 Winterthur, DE $49,534 Lewes, DE $49,323

Wilmington, DE $49,514 Dover, DE $49,711 Dover Afb, DE $49,449 Bethany Beach, DE $49,158 Bethel, DE $49,209 Bridgeville, DE $49,325 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,571 Cheswold, DE $49,695

Clayton, DE $49,696 Dagsboro, DE $49,124 Delmar, DE $49,045 Ellendale, DE $49,194 Felton, DE $49,471 Fenwick Island, DE $49,135 Frankford, DE $49,049 Frederica, DE $49,520

Georgetown, DE $49,106 Greenwood, DE $49,333 Harbeson, DE $49,158 Harrington, DE $49,409 Hartly, DE $49,562 Houston, DE $49,338 Kenton, DE $49,699 Laurel, DE $49,076

Yorklyn, DE $49,527

Restaurant Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Restaurant Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Restaurant Inspector positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Restaurant Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Restaurant Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$59,488	$29.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$58,496	$28.0	18%
Energy & Utilities	$57,009	$27.0	15%
Financial Services	$57,009	$27.0	15%
Chemicals	$54,530	$26.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Restaurant 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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$45,302

Average $49,573/year

$53,328

$3,775

Average $4,131/month

$4,444

$871

Average $953/week

$1,026

$22

Average $24/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,328	$4,444	$1,026	$26
Average	$49,573	$4,131	$953	$24
25th Percentile	$45,302	$3,775	$871	$22

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