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

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Transportation Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Transportation Inspector's salary?

A Transportation Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Facilities Mechanic Technician I (0-1 years)earns $53,484, a Transportation Inspector (1-3 years)earns $59,420, a Facilities Mechanic Technician III (3-5 years)earns $66,329, a Facilities Mechanic Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $76,235, a Facilities Mechanic Supervisor (7+ years)earns $82,514,

What are the highest paying states for a Transportation Inspector?

Transportation Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Transportation Inspector roles are District of Columbia $64,460, California $64,216, Massachusetts $63,360. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Transportation Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Transportation Inspector level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Transportation: $236,295; VP of Transportation: $198,606; Transportation Director: $174,179; Transportation Senior Manager: $141,998; Transportation Manager: $103,347.

Transportation Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does a Transportation Inspector make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Transportation Inspector in Delaware is $58,959 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,111
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,311 to $66,366
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,259

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered Talent

Smart Recruiting

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Transportation Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,366	$5,531	$1,276	$32
Average	$58,959	$4,913	$1,134	$28
25th Percentile	$52,311	$4,359	$1,006	$25

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Transportation Inspector Job Openings in Delaware

Hazmat

CP Energy Transportation - CRAWFORD, OK

Transportation Engineer

HARDESTY & HANOVER - CHELSEA AND CLINTON, NY

Professional Engineer Transportation Project Manager or Program Manager

jub.com - LA GRANDE, OR

Inspector

Hampton Inn and Suites Hilliard - HILLIARD, OH

Search More Transportation Inspector Jobs in Delaware

Key Factors That Influence Transportation Inspector Salaries

A Transportation 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 Transportation Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Transportation 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): $53,484
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,420
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $66,329
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,235
Expert (over 8 years): $82,514

Levels	Salary
Facilitie... Level Transportation Inspector	$53,484
Transport... Level Transportation Inspector	$59,420
Facilitie... Level Transportation Inspector	$66,329
Facilitie... Level Transportation Inspector	$76,235
Facilitie... Level Transportation Inspector	$82,514

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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

District of Columbia: $64,460.
California: $64,216.
Massachusetts: $63,360.

District of Columbia $64,460 California $64,216 Massachusetts $63,360 Washington $63,127 New Jersey $63,104 Alaska $63,022 Connecticut $62,219 New York $61,893

Hawaii $60,851 Rhode Island $60,362 Maryland $60,030 Minnesota $59,576 Colorado $59,401 Illinois $59,343 Oregon $59,122 Delaware $58,959

New Hampshire $58,856 Virginia $58,627 Pennsylvania $57,957 Nevada $57,620 North Dakota $57,509 Michigan $57,334 Wisconsin $57,270 Vermont $57,142

Texas $56,787 Maine $56,764 Arizona $56,729 Ohio $56,688 Georgia $56,153 Indiana $55,885 Wyoming $55,832 Utah $55,751

Iowa $55,716 Kansas $55,436 Louisiana $55,355 North Carolina $55,326 Missouri $55,314 Florida $55,087 Montana $54,965 Nebraska $54,848

Kentucky $54,784 South Carolina $54,551 Tennessee $54,406 Idaho $54,348 New Mexico $53,923 Oklahoma $53,830 Alabama $53,486 South Dakota $52,910

Arkansas $52,595 West Virginia $52,426 Mississippi $51,920

Top Paying Cities for Transportation 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: $58,693
Little Creek: $59,123
Magnolia: $59,038

Lincoln, DE $58,693 Little Creek, DE $59,123 Magnolia, DE $59,038 Milford, DE $58,842 Marydel, DE $58,939 Millsboro, DE $58,447 Millville, DE $58,537 Milton, DE $58,638

Nassau, DE $58,681 Ocean View, DE $58,527 Rehoboth Beach, DE $58,640 Seaford, DE $58,673 Selbyville, DE $58,430 Smyrna, DE $59,164 Viola, DE $58,891 Woodside, DE $59,050

Bear, DE $58,913 Newark, DE $58,891 Claymont, DE $59,012 Delaware City, DE $58,950 Hockessin, DE $58,886 Kirkwood, DE $58,939 Middletown, DE $58,962 Montchanin, DE $58,899

New Castle, DE $58,908 Odessa, DE $58,991 Port Penn, DE $59,030 Rockland, DE $58,905 Saint Georges, DE $58,943 Townsend, DE $59,034 Winterthur, DE $58,912 Lewes, DE $58,661

Wilmington, DE $58,889 Dover, DE $59,123 Dover Afb, DE $58,811 Bethany Beach, DE $58,466 Bethel, DE $58,526 Bridgeville, DE $58,664 Camden Wyoming, DE $58,956 Cheswold, DE $59,104

Clayton, DE $59,105 Dagsboro, DE $58,425 Delmar, DE $58,331 Ellendale, DE $58,508 Felton, DE $58,838 Fenwick Island, DE $58,438 Frankford, DE $58,336 Frederica, DE $58,896

Georgetown, DE $58,403 Greenwood, DE $58,673 Harbeson, DE $58,465 Harrington, DE $58,763 Hartly, DE $58,946 Houston, DE $58,679 Kenton, DE $59,108 Laurel, DE $58,368

Yorklyn, DE $58,903

Transportation Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Transportation Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Transportation Inspector positions in Telecom or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Transportation Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Transportation Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$82,542	$40.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$76,646	$37.0	30%
Internet	$73,698	$35.0	25%
Financial Services	$70,750	$34.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$67,802	$33.0	15%

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

Understanding how a Transportation 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

$52,311

Average $58,959/year

$66,366

$4,359

Average $4,913/month

$5,531

$1,006

Average $1,134/week

$1,276

$25

Average $28/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,366	$5,531	$1,276	$32
Average	$58,959	$4,913	$1,134	$28
25th Percentile	$52,311	$4,359	$1,006	$25

Salaries of jobs related to Transportation Inspector

Find Your Next Transportation Inspector Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Transportation Inspector job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In Delaware

Cost of Living in Delaware is

1.3% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about