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 $58,394, a Utility Pole Inspector (1-3 years)earns $65,222, a Safety Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,306, a Safety Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $85,383, a Safety Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,334,

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 $70,839, California $70,570, Massachusetts $69,630. 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: $105,828; Power Pole Inspector: $89,081; Utility Pole Laborer: $88,683; TRAVELING Utility Pole Inspector: $87,479; Utility Pre Inspector: $86,602.

Utility Pole Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utility Pole Inspector make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Pole Inspector in Delaware is $64,793 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): $82,626
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,604 to $74,128
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,970

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Utility Pole Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,128	$6,177	$1,426	$36
Average	$64,793	$5,399	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$58,604	$4,884	$1,127	$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): $58,394
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,222
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,306
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,383
Expert (over 8 years): $90,334

Levels	Salary
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$58,394
Utility P... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$65,222
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$72,306
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$85,383
Safety Su... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$90,334

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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: $70,839.
California: $70,570.
Massachusetts: $69,630.

District of Columbia $70,839 California $70,570 Massachusetts $69,630 Washington $69,374 New Jersey $69,348 Alaska $69,258 Connecticut $68,376 New York $68,017

Hawaii $66,872 Rhode Island $66,335 Maryland $65,970 Minnesota $65,471 Colorado $65,279 Illinois $65,215 Oregon $64,972 Delaware $64,793

New Hampshire $64,680 Virginia $64,428 Pennsylvania $63,692 Nevada $63,321 North Dakota $63,200 Michigan $63,008 Wisconsin $62,937 Vermont $62,796

Texas $62,406 Maine $62,381 Arizona $62,342 Ohio $62,297 Georgia $61,709 Indiana $61,414 Wyoming $61,357 Utah $61,267

Iowa $61,229 Kansas $60,922 Louisiana $60,832 North Carolina $60,800 Missouri $60,787 Florida $60,538 Montana $60,404 Nebraska $60,276

Kentucky $60,205 South Carolina $59,949 Tennessee $59,789 Idaho $59,725 New Mexico $59,258 Oklahoma $59,156 Alabama $58,779 South Dakota $58,145

Arkansas $57,800 West Virginia $57,614 Mississippi $57,057

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: $67,058
Little Creek: $66,437
Magnolia: $66,712

Lincoln, DE $67,058 Little Creek, DE $66,437 Magnolia, DE $66,712 Milford, DE $67,058 Marydel, DE $66,187 Millsboro, DE $67,058 Millville, DE $67,505 Milton, DE $67,058

Nassau, DE $67,058 Ocean View, DE $67,505 Rehoboth Beach, DE $67,505 Seaford, DE $66,354 Selbyville, DE $67,505 Smyrna, DE $66,111 Viola, DE $66,712 Woodside, DE $66,520

Bear, DE $65,624 Newark, DE $65,650 Claymont, DE $65,701 Delaware City, DE $65,650 Hockessin, DE $65,701 Kirkwood, DE $65,650 Middletown, DE $65,976 Montchanin, DE $65,701

New Castle, DE $65,701 Odessa, DE $66,066 Port Penn, DE $65,471 Rockland, DE $65,701 Saint Georges, DE $65,650 Townsend, DE $65,970 Winterthur, DE $65,701 Lewes, DE $67,058

Wilmington, DE $65,701 Dover, DE $66,405 Dover Afb, DE $66,558 Bethany Beach, DE $67,505 Bethel, DE $66,354 Bridgeville, DE $67,058 Camden Wyoming, DE $66,475 Cheswold, DE $66,251

Clayton, DE $66,085 Dagsboro, DE $67,505 Delmar, DE $66,354 Ellendale, DE $67,058 Felton, DE $67,058 Fenwick Island, DE $67,505 Frankford, DE $67,505 Frederica, DE $67,058

Georgetown, DE $67,058 Greenwood, DE $67,058 Harbeson, DE $67,058 Harrington, DE $67,058 Hartly, DE $66,053 Houston, DE $67,058 Kenton, DE $66,085 Laurel, DE $66,354

Yorklyn, DE $65,701

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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$58,604

Average $64,793/year

$74,128

$4,884

Average $5,399/month

$6,177

$1,127

Average $1,246/week

$1,426

$28

Average $31/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,128	$6,177	$1,426	$36
Average	$64,793	$5,399	$1,246	$31
25th Percentile	$58,604	$4,884	$1,127	$28

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