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

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

How does experience change A Field Inspector's salary?

A Field Inspector's salary grows with experience: starting around $62,229 for beginners, reaching about $64,766 at mid-level, and approach $65,358 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Field Inspector?

Field Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Inspector roles are District of Columbia $69,257, California $68,994, Massachusetts $68,075. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Field Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Elevator Inspector: $75,834; Construction Field Inspector: $59,963; Health Inspector: $59,304; Public Transportation Inspector: $59,028; Insurance Field Inspector: $57,806.

Field Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Inspector make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Inspector in Delaware is $63,346 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $78,727
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,351 to $71,397
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,982

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Field Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,397	$5,950	$1,373	$34
Average	$63,346	$5,279	$1,218	$30
25th Percentile	$56,351	$4,696	$1,084	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Field Inspector Salaries

A Field 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 Field Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field 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): $62,229
Early Career (1-2 years): $62,991
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $64,766
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $65,122
Expert (over 8 years): $65,358

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Field Inspector	$62,229
Intermediate Level Field Inspector	$62,991
Senior Level Field Inspector	$64,766
Specialist Level Field Inspector	$65,122
Expert Level Field Inspector	$65,358

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

District of Columbia: $69,257.
California: $68,994.
Massachusetts: $68,075.

District of Columbia $69,257 California $68,994 Massachusetts $68,075 Washington $67,824 New Jersey $67,799 Alaska $67,712 Connecticut $66,849 New York $66,498

Hawaii $65,379 Rhode Island $64,853 Maryland $64,497 Minnesota $64,009 Colorado $63,821 Illinois $63,759 Oregon $63,521 Delaware $63,346

New Hampshire $63,236 Virginia $62,989 Pennsylvania $62,270 Nevada $61,907 North Dakota $61,788 Michigan $61,601 Wisconsin $61,532 Vermont $61,394

Texas $61,013 Maine $60,988 Arizona $60,950 Ohio $60,906 Georgia $60,331 Indiana $60,043 Wyoming $59,987 Utah $59,899

Iowa $59,862 Kansas $59,561 Louisiana $59,474 North Carolina $59,443 Missouri $59,430 Florida $59,186 Montana $59,055 Nebraska $58,930

Kentucky $58,861 South Carolina $58,611 Tennessee $58,454 Idaho $58,392 New Mexico $57,935 Oklahoma $57,835 Alabama $57,466 South Dakota $56,847

Arkansas $56,509 West Virginia $56,327 Mississippi $55,783

Top Paying Cities for Field 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: $63,060
Little Creek: $63,522
Magnolia: $63,431

Lincoln, DE $63,060 Little Creek, DE $63,522 Magnolia, DE $63,431 Milford, DE $63,221 Marydel, DE $63,324 Millsboro, DE $62,796 Millville, DE $62,893 Milton, DE $63,002

Nassau, DE $63,047 Ocean View, DE $62,882 Rehoboth Beach, DE $63,003 Seaford, DE $63,039 Selbyville, DE $62,778 Smyrna, DE $63,566 Viola, DE $63,273 Woodside, DE $63,443

Bear, DE $63,297 Newark, DE $63,273 Claymont, DE $63,403 Delaware City, DE $63,336 Hockessin, DE $63,268 Kirkwood, DE $63,324 Middletown, DE $63,349 Montchanin, DE $63,282

New Castle, DE $63,291 Odessa, DE $63,380 Port Penn, DE $63,423 Rockland, DE $63,288 Saint Georges, DE $63,329 Townsend, DE $63,426 Winterthur, DE $63,296 Lewes, DE $63,026

Wilmington, DE $63,271 Dover, DE $63,522 Dover Afb, DE $63,187 Bethany Beach, DE $62,816 Bethel, DE $62,881 Bridgeville, DE $63,029 Camden Wyoming, DE $63,343 Cheswold, DE $63,501

Clayton, DE $63,503 Dagsboro, DE $62,772 Delmar, DE $62,671 Ellendale, DE $62,862 Felton, DE $63,216 Fenwick Island, DE $62,786 Frankford, DE $62,676 Frederica, DE $63,278

Georgetown, DE $62,748 Greenwood, DE $63,039 Harbeson, DE $62,815 Harrington, DE $63,136 Hartly, DE $63,332 Houston, DE $63,045 Kenton, DE $63,506 Laurel, DE $62,711

Yorklyn, DE $63,286

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

Understanding how a Field 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 June 01, 2026

$56,351

Average $63,346/year

$71,397

$4,696

Average $5,279/month

$5,950

$1,084

Average $1,218/week

$1,373

$27

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$71,397	$5,950	$1,373	$34
Average	$63,346	$5,279	$1,218	$30
25th Percentile	$56,351	$4,696	$1,084	$27

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