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

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

What are the highest paying states for a City Inspector?

City Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for City Inspector roles are District of Columbia $54,414, California $54,207, Massachusetts $53,485. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of City Inspector roles make?

Salaries for City Inspector level roles vary by specialization: City Treasurer: $254,006; City Manager: $116,765; City Engineer: $109,417; City Attorney: $101,196; City Assessor: $75,850.

City Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a City Inspector make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a City Inspector in Delaware is $49,770 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,099
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,920 to $61,458
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,952

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City Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,458	$5,121	$1,182	$30
Average	$49,770	$4,147	$957	$24
25th Percentile	$39,920	$3,327	$768	$19

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Key Factors That Influence City Inspector Salaries

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

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

District of Columbia: $54,414.
California: $54,207.
Massachusetts: $53,485.

District of Columbia $54,414 California $54,207 Massachusetts $53,485 Washington $53,288 New Jersey $53,269 Alaska $53,200 Connecticut $52,522 New York $52,247

Hawaii $51,367 Rhode Island $50,954 Maryland $50,674 Minnesota $50,291 Colorado $50,143 Illinois $50,094 Oregon $49,907 Delaware $49,770

New Hampshire $49,683 Virginia $49,490 Pennsylvania $48,924 Nevada $48,639 North Dakota $48,546 Michigan $48,398 Wisconsin $48,344 Vermont $48,236

Texas $47,937 Maine $47,917 Arizona $47,887 Ohio $47,853 Georgia $47,401 Indiana $47,175 Wyoming $47,131 Utah $47,062

Iowa $47,032 Kansas $46,796 Louisiana $46,728 North Carolina $46,703 Missouri $46,693 Florida $46,501 Montana $46,398 Nebraska $46,300

Kentucky $46,246 South Carolina $46,049 Tennessee $45,926 Idaho $45,877 New Mexico $45,519 Oklahoma $45,440 Alabama $45,150 South Dakota $44,663

Arkansas $44,398 West Virginia $44,256 Mississippi $43,828

Top Paying Cities for City 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: $49,546
Little Creek: $49,908
Magnolia: $49,836

Lincoln, DE $49,546 Little Creek, DE $49,908 Magnolia, DE $49,836 Milford, DE $49,671 Marydel, DE $49,753 Millsboro, DE $49,338 Millville, DE $49,414 Milton, DE $49,499

Nassau, DE $49,535 Ocean View, DE $49,405 Rehoboth Beach, DE $49,500 Seaford, DE $49,528 Selbyville, DE $49,323 Smyrna, DE $49,943 Viola, DE $49,713 Woodside, DE $49,846

Bear, DE $49,731 Newark, DE $49,713 Claymont, DE $49,814 Delaware City, DE $49,762 Hockessin, DE $49,708 Kirkwood, DE $49,753 Middletown, DE $49,772 Montchanin, DE $49,720

New Castle, DE $49,727 Odessa, DE $49,797 Port Penn, DE $49,830 Rockland, DE $49,724 Saint Georges, DE $49,756 Townsend, DE $49,833 Winterthur, DE $49,730 Lewes, DE $49,519

Wilmington, DE $49,711 Dover, DE $49,908 Dover Afb, DE $49,645 Bethany Beach, DE $49,353 Bethel, DE $49,404 Bridgeville, DE $49,521 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,768 Cheswold, DE $49,892

Clayton, DE $49,893 Dagsboro, DE $49,319 Delmar, DE $49,240 Ellendale, DE $49,389 Felton, DE $49,667 Fenwick Island, DE $49,330 Frankford, DE $49,244 Frederica, DE $49,717

Georgetown, DE $49,300 Greenwood, DE $49,529 Harbeson, DE $49,353 Harrington, DE $49,605 Hartly, DE $49,759 Houston, DE $49,534 Kenton, DE $49,896 Laurel, DE $49,271

Yorklyn, DE $49,723

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

Understanding how a City 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 August 01, 2026

$39,920

Average $49,770/year

$61,458

$3,327

Average $4,147/month

$5,121

$768

Average $957/week

$1,182

$19

Average $24/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$61,458	$5,121	$1,182	$30
Average	$49,770	$4,147	$957	$24
25th Percentile	$39,920	$3,327	$768	$19

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