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

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Inspector's salary?

A Quality Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Quality Control Inspector I (0-1 years)earns $49,385, a Quality Inspector (1-3 years)earns $54,187, a Quality Control Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $68,508, a Quality Control Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $76,686,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Inspector?

Quality Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Inspector roles are District of Columbia $58,826, California $58,603, Massachusetts $57,822. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Quality Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Manufacturing Quality Inspector: $102,774; Aerospace Quality Inspector: $88,730; Aircraft Quality Inspector: $78,776; Inspector Quality Assurance: $74,553; Lead Quality Inspector: $72,030.

Quality Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Inspector make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Inspector in Delaware is $53,805 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $48,301 to $60,236
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,289

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Quality Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,236	$5,020	$1,158	$29
Average	$53,805	$4,484	$1,035	$26
25th Percentile	$48,301	$4,025	$929	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Inspector Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $58,826.
California: $58,603.
Massachusetts: $57,822.

District of Columbia $58,826 California $58,603 Massachusetts $57,822 Washington $57,609 New Jersey $57,588 Alaska $57,514 Connecticut $56,781 New York $56,483

Hawaii $55,532 Rhode Island $55,086 Maryland $54,783 Minnesota $54,368 Colorado $54,209 Illinois $54,156 Oregon $53,954 Delaware $53,805

New Hampshire $53,712 Virginia $53,502 Pennsylvania $52,891 Nevada $52,583 North Dakota $52,482 Michigan $52,323 Wisconsin $52,264 Vermont $52,148

Texas $51,823 Maine $51,802 Arizona $51,770 Ohio $51,733 Georgia $51,244 Indiana $51,000 Wyoming $50,952 Utah $50,878

Iowa $50,846 Kansas $50,591 Louisiana $50,516 North Carolina $50,490 Missouri $50,479 Florida $50,272 Montana $50,161 Nebraska $50,054

Kentucky $49,996 South Carolina $49,783 Tennessee $49,650 Idaho $49,597 New Mexico $49,209 Oklahoma $49,124 Alabama $48,811 South Dakota $48,285

Arkansas $47,998 West Virginia $47,844 Mississippi $47,382

Top Paying Cities for Quality 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: $53,563
Little Creek: $53,955
Magnolia: $53,878

Lincoln, DE $53,563 Little Creek, DE $53,955 Magnolia, DE $53,878 Milford, DE $53,699 Marydel, DE $53,787 Millsboro, DE $53,338 Millville, DE $53,421 Milton, DE $53,513

Nassau, DE $53,552 Ocean View, DE $53,412 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,514 Seaford, DE $53,544 Selbyville, DE $53,323 Smyrna, DE $53,992 Viola, DE $53,744 Woodside, DE $53,888

Bear, DE $53,764 Newark, DE $53,744 Claymont, DE $53,854 Delaware City, DE $53,797 Hockessin, DE $53,739 Kirkwood, DE $53,787 Middletown, DE $53,808 Montchanin, DE $53,751

New Castle, DE $53,759 Odessa, DE $53,834 Port Penn, DE $53,871 Rockland, DE $53,756 Saint Georges, DE $53,791 Townsend, DE $53,874 Winterthur, DE $53,763 Lewes, DE $53,534

Wilmington, DE $53,742 Dover, DE $53,955 Dover Afb, DE $53,671 Bethany Beach, DE $53,355 Bethel, DE $53,410 Bridgeville, DE $53,536 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,803 Cheswold, DE $53,938

Clayton, DE $53,939 Dagsboro, DE $53,318 Delmar, DE $53,233 Ellendale, DE $53,394 Felton, DE $53,695 Fenwick Island, DE $53,330 Frankford, DE $53,237 Frederica, DE $53,748

Georgetown, DE $53,298 Greenwood, DE $53,545 Harbeson, DE $53,355 Harrington, DE $53,627 Hartly, DE $53,794 Houston, DE $53,550 Kenton, DE $53,942 Laurel, DE $53,266

Yorklyn, DE $53,755

Quality Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality 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 Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Quality Inspector positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Quality Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$64,566	$31.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Quality 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

$48,301

Average $53,805/year

$60,236

$4,025

Average $4,484/month

$5,020

$929

Average $1,035/week

$1,158

$23

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,236	$5,020	$1,158	$29
Average	$53,805	$4,484	$1,035	$26
25th Percentile	$48,301	$4,025	$929	$23

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