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 $58,434, a Utility Pole Inspector (1-3 years)earns $65,266, a Safety Technician III (3-5 years)earns $72,373, a Safety Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $85,437, a Safety Supervisor (7+ years)earns $90,314,

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 $70,879, California $70,610, Massachusetts $69,669. 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: $89,143; Utility Pole Laborer: $88,744; TRAVELING Utility Pole Inspector: $87,539; Utility Pre Inspector: $86,662.

Utility Pole Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Utility Pole Inspector make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Utility Pole Inspector in Delaware is $64,829 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): $82,591
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,539 to $74,127
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,811

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Utility Pole Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,127	$6,177	$1,426	$36
Average	$64,829	$5,402	$1,247	$31
25th Percentile	$58,539	$4,878	$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): $58,434
Early Career (1-2 years): $65,266
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $72,373
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $85,437
Expert (over 8 years): $90,314

Levels	Salary
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$58,434
Utility P... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$65,266
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$72,373
Safety Te... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$85,437
Safety Su... Level Utility Pole Inspector	$90,314

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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: $70,879.
California: $70,610.
Massachusetts: $69,669.

District of Columbia $70,879 California $70,610 Massachusetts $69,669 Washington $69,413 New Jersey $69,387 Alaska $69,298 Connecticut $68,414 New York $68,056

Hawaii $66,910 Rhode Island $66,372 Maryland $66,007 Minnesota $65,508 Colorado $65,316 Illinois $65,252 Oregon $65,008 Delaware $64,829

New Hampshire $64,717 Virginia $64,464 Pennsylvania $63,728 Nevada $63,357 North Dakota $63,235 Michigan $63,043 Wisconsin $62,973 Vermont $62,832

Texas $62,441 Maine $62,416 Arizona $62,377 Ohio $62,333 Georgia $61,744 Indiana $61,449 Wyoming $61,392 Utah $61,302

Iowa $61,264 Kansas $60,956 Louisiana $60,867 North Carolina $60,835 Missouri $60,822 Florida $60,572 Montana $60,438 Nebraska $60,310

Kentucky $60,239 South Carolina $59,983 Tennessee $59,823 Idaho $59,759 New Mexico $59,292 Oklahoma $59,189 Alabama $58,812 South Dakota $58,178

Arkansas $57,832 West Virginia $57,647 Mississippi $57,090

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: $64,537
Little Creek: $65,010
Magnolia: $64,916

Lincoln, DE $64,537 Little Creek, DE $65,010 Magnolia, DE $64,916 Milford, DE $64,701 Marydel, DE $64,807 Millsboro, DE $64,267 Millville, DE $64,366 Milton, DE $64,477

Nassau, DE $64,524 Ocean View, DE $64,355 Rehoboth Beach, DE $64,478 Seaford, DE $64,515 Selbyville, DE $64,248 Smyrna, DE $65,055 Viola, DE $64,755 Woodside, DE $64,929

Bear, DE $64,779 Newark, DE $64,755 Claymont, DE $64,887 Delaware City, DE $64,820 Hockessin, DE $64,749 Kirkwood, DE $64,807 Middletown, DE $64,832 Montchanin, DE $64,764

New Castle, DE $64,774 Odessa, DE $64,864 Port Penn, DE $64,908 Rockland, DE $64,770 Saint Georges, DE $64,812 Townsend, DE $64,912 Winterthur, DE $64,778 Lewes, DE $64,502

Wilmington, DE $64,752 Dover, DE $65,010 Dover Afb, DE $64,667 Bethany Beach, DE $64,287 Bethel, DE $64,354 Bridgeville, DE $64,505 Camden Wyoming, DE $64,827 Cheswold, DE $64,989

Clayton, DE $64,991 Dagsboro, DE $64,242 Delmar, DE $64,139 Ellendale, DE $64,334 Felton, DE $64,696 Fenwick Island, DE $64,256 Frankford, DE $64,144 Frederica, DE $64,760

Georgetown, DE $64,218 Greenwood, DE $64,516 Harbeson, DE $64,286 Harrington, DE $64,614 Hartly, DE $64,815 Houston, DE $64,522 Kenton, DE $64,994 Laurel, DE $64,179

Yorklyn, DE $64,768

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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$58,539

Average $64,829/year

$74,127

$4,878

Average $5,402/month

$6,177

$1,126

Average $1,247/week

$1,426

$28

Average $31/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$74,127	$6,177	$1,426	$36
Average	$64,829	$5,402	$1,247	$31
25th Percentile	$58,539	$4,878	$1,126	$28

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