What are the main factors that influence an Utility Pole Inspector's salary?

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

How does experience change An Utility Pole Inspector's salary?

An Utility Pole Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Safety Technician I (0-1 years)earns $58,414, a Utility Pole Inspector (1-3 years)earns $65,245, a Safety Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,340, a Safety Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $85,411, a Safety Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,324,

What are the highest paying states for an Utility Pole Inspector?

Utility Pole Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Utility Pole Inspector roles are District of Columbia $70,859, California $70,590, Massachusetts $69,649. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Utility Pole Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Utility Pole Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Utility Engineer: $105,824; Power Pole Inspector: $89,113; Utility Pole Laborer: $88,714; TRAVELING Utility Pole Inspector: $87,510; Utility Pre Inspector: $86,633.

Utility Pole Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utility Pole Inspector make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Pole Inspector in Delaware is $64,811 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,601
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,559 to $74,123
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,866

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Utility Pole Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,123	$6,177	$1,425	$36
Average	$64,811	$5,401	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$58,559	$4,880	$1,126	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Utility Pole Inspector Salaries

An Utility Pole 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 Utility Pole Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Utility Pole 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): $58,414
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,245
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,340
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,411
Expert (over 8 years): $90,324

Levels	Salary
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$58,414
Utility P... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$65,245
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$72,340
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$85,411
Safety Su... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$90,324

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

District of Columbia: $70,859.
California: $70,590.
Massachusetts: $69,649.

District of Columbia $70,859 California $70,590 Massachusetts $69,649 Washington $69,393 New Jersey $69,368 Alaska $69,278 Connecticut $68,395 New York $68,036

Hawaii $66,891 Rhode Island $66,353 Maryland $65,989 Minnesota $65,489 Colorado $65,297 Illinois $65,233 Oregon $64,990 Delaware $64,811

New Hampshire $64,698 Virginia $64,446 Pennsylvania $63,710 Nevada $63,339 North Dakota $63,217 Michigan $63,025 Wisconsin $62,955 Vermont $62,814

Texas $62,424 Maine $62,398 Arizona $62,360 Ohio $62,315 Georgia $61,726 Indiana $61,432 Wyoming $61,374 Utah $61,285

Iowa $61,246 Kansas $60,939 Louisiana $60,849 North Carolina $60,817 Missouri $60,805 Florida $60,555 Montana $60,421 Nebraska $60,293

Kentucky $60,222 South Carolina $59,966 Tennessee $59,806 Idaho $59,742 New Mexico $59,275 Oklahoma $59,173 Alabama $58,795 South Dakota $58,162

Arkansas $57,816 West Virginia $57,630 Mississippi $57,074

Top Paying Cities for Utility Pole 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: $67,077
Little Creek: $66,456
Magnolia: $66,731

Lincoln, DE $67,077 Little Creek, DE $66,456 Magnolia, DE $66,731 Milford, DE $67,077 Marydel, DE $66,206 Millsboro, DE $67,077 Millville, DE $67,525 Milton, DE $67,077

Nassau, DE $67,077 Ocean View, DE $67,525 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,525 Seaford, DE $66,373 Selbyville, DE $67,525 Smyrna, DE $66,129 Viola, DE $66,731 Woodside, DE $66,539

Bear, DE $65,643 Newark, DE $65,669 Claymont, DE $65,720 Delaware City, DE $65,669 Hockessin, DE $65,720 Kirkwood, DE $65,669 Middletown, DE $65,995 Montchanin, DE $65,720

New Castle, DE $65,720 Odessa, DE $66,085 Port Penn, DE $65,489 Rockland, DE $65,720 Saint Georges, DE $65,669 Townsend, DE $65,989 Winterthur, DE $65,720 Lewes, DE $67,077

Wilmington, DE $65,720 Dover, DE $66,424 Dover Afb, DE $66,577 Bethany Beach, DE $67,525 Bethel, DE $66,373 Bridgeville, DE $67,077 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,494 Cheswold, DE $66,270

Clayton, DE $66,104 Dagsboro, DE $67,525 Delmar, DE $66,373 Ellendale, DE $67,077 Felton, DE $67,077 Fenwick Island, DE $67,525 Frankford, DE $67,525 Frederica, DE $67,077

Georgetown, DE $67,077 Greenwood, DE $67,077 Harbeson, DE $67,077 Harrington, DE $67,077 Hartly, DE $66,072 Houston, DE $67,077 Kenton, DE $66,104 Laurel, DE $66,373

Yorklyn, DE $65,720

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

Understanding how an Utility Pole 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.

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$58,559

Average $64,811/year

$74,123

$4,880

Average $5,401/month

$6,177

$1,126

Average $1,246/week

$1,425

$28

Average $31/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,123	$6,177	$1,425	$36
Average	$64,811	$5,401	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$58,559	$4,880	$1,126	$28

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