What are the main factors that influence an 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 Inspector?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Inspector's salary?

An Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Inspector (1-3 years)earns $77,471, a Flight Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $87,239, a Flight Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $102,547, a Flight Inspection Manager (7+ years)earns $138,904, a Flight Inspection Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $171,470,

What are the highest paying states for an Inspector?

Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Inspector roles are District of Columbia $84,160, California $83,841, Massachusetts $82,723. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Elevator Inspector: $76,099; Fire Inspector: $73,890; Building Inspector: $60,897; Health Inspector: $59,507; Public Transportation Inspector: $59,244.

Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Inspector make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Inspector in Delaware is $76,977 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,060
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,867 to $82,778
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,394

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Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,778	$6,898	$1,592	$40
Average	$76,977	$6,415	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$69,867	$5,822	$1,344	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Inspector Salaries

An 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 Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an 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): $77,471
Early Career (1-2 years): $87,239
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $102,547
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,904
Expert (over 8 years): $171,470

Levels	Salary
Inspector... Level Inspector	$77,471
Flight In... Level Inspector	$87,239
Flight In... Level Inspector	$102,547
Flight In... Level Inspector	$138,904
Flight In... Level Inspector	$171,470

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

District of Columbia: $84,160.
California: $83,841.
Massachusetts: $82,723.

District of Columbia $84,160 California $83,841 Massachusetts $82,723 Washington $82,419 New Jersey $82,389 Alaska $82,282 Connecticut $81,233 New York $80,808

Hawaii $79,447 Rhode Island $78,809 Maryland $78,375 Minnesota $77,783 Colorado $77,555 Illinois $77,479 Oregon $77,190 Delaware $76,977

New Hampshire $76,843 Virginia $76,544 Pennsylvania $75,669 Nevada $75,229 North Dakota $75,084 Michigan $74,856 Wisconsin $74,773 Vermont $74,605

Texas $74,142 Maine $74,111 Arizona $74,066 Ohio $74,012 Georgia $73,313 Indiana $72,963 Wyoming $72,895 Utah $72,789

Iowa $72,743 Kansas $72,378 Louisiana $72,272 North Carolina $72,234 Missouri $72,219 Florida $71,922 Montana $71,762 Nebraska $71,610

Kentucky $71,527 South Carolina $71,223 Tennessee $71,033 Idaho $70,957 New Mexico $70,402 Oklahoma $70,280 Alabama $69,832 South Dakota $69,079

Arkansas $68,669 West Virginia $68,448 Mississippi $67,787

Top Paying Cities for 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: $76,630
Little Creek: $77,191
Magnolia: $77,080

Lincoln, DE $76,630 Little Creek, DE $77,191 Magnolia, DE $77,080 Milford, DE $76,825 Marydel, DE $76,951 Millsboro, DE $76,309 Millville, DE $76,427 Milton, DE $76,559

Nassau, DE $76,614 Ocean View, DE $76,414 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,560 Seaford, DE $76,604 Selbyville, DE $76,287 Smyrna, DE $77,244 Viola, DE $76,889 Woodside, DE $77,095

Bear, DE $76,918 Newark, DE $76,889 Claymont, DE $77,046 Delaware City, DE $76,965 Hockessin, DE $76,882 Kirkwood, DE $76,951 Middletown, DE $76,981 Montchanin, DE $76,899

New Castle, DE $76,911 Odessa, DE $77,019 Port Penn, DE $77,070 Rockland, DE $76,907 Saint Georges, DE $76,956 Townsend, DE $77,075 Winterthur, DE $76,916 Lewes, DE $76,588

Wilmington, DE $76,886 Dover, DE $77,191 Dover Afb, DE $76,785 Bethany Beach, DE $76,333 Bethel, DE $76,412 Bridgeville, DE $76,592 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,974 Cheswold, DE $77,166

Clayton, DE $77,168 Dagsboro, DE $76,280 Delmar, DE $76,157 Ellendale, DE $76,389 Felton, DE $76,819 Fenwick Island, DE $76,297 Frankford, DE $76,164 Frederica, DE $76,895

Georgetown, DE $76,251 Greenwood, DE $76,604 Harbeson, DE $76,332 Harrington, DE $76,721 Hartly, DE $76,960 Houston, DE $76,612 Kenton, DE $77,172 Laurel, DE $76,205

Yorklyn, DE $76,905

Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Inspector positions in Transportation or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$115,465	$56.0	50%
MFG Durable	$92,372	$44.0	20%

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

Understanding how an 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

$69,867

Average $76,977/year

$82,778

$5,822

Average $6,415/month

$6,898

$1,344

Average $1,480/week

$1,592

$34

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,778	$6,898	$1,592	$40
Average	$76,977	$6,415	$1,480	$37
25th Percentile	$69,867	$5,822	$1,344	$34

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