Permit Officer Salary in Davenport, IA

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How much does a Permit Officer make in Davenport, IA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Permit Officer in Davenport, IA is $68,078. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $55,593 to $79,160, with most professionals earning between $44,226 and $89,249.

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What is a Permit Officer?

A Permit Officer is responsible for reviewing and processing permit applications for various construction, development, and land use projects. They ensure that all applications comply with local, state, and federal regulations and zoning laws. Permit Officers also conduct site inspections, communicate with applicants to gather necessary information, and issue permits once all requirements are met. Additionally, they may provide guidance and assistance to applicants throughout the permit application process and maintain accurate records of all permits issued. Strong attention to detail, knowledge of building codes and regulations, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

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Average Salary Range for Permit Officer in Davenport, IA

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
55593
79160
68078

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
56699
82575
69887
What is the average salary for Permit Officer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Permit Officer in Davenport, IA. The base salary for Permit Officer ranges from $55,593 to $79,160 with the average base salary of $68,078. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,699 to $82,575 with the average total cash compensation of $69,887.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $68,078 $55,593 - $79,160
Bonus $1,809 $1,106 - $3,415
Total Pay $69,887 $56,699 - $82,575
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Permit Officer Salary Near Davenport, IA

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
CITY, STATE Rock Island, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,914 - $78,192 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
CITY, STATE Moline, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,552 - $77,677 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
CITY, STATE Iowa City, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,593 - $79,160 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA 0%
CITY, STATE Cedar Rapids, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,050 - $79,810 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
CITY, STATE Dubuque, IA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,297 - $78,738 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
CITY, STATE Peoria, IL AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,583 - $80,569 COMPARE TO Davenport, IA
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JOB TITLE Permit Specialist LOCATION Davenport, IA MINIMUM SALARY $39,180 MAXIMUM SALARY $53,640
JOB TITLE Permit Manager LOCATION Davenport, IA MINIMUM SALARY $110,559 MAXIMUM SALARY $150,555
JOB TITLE Permit Clerk LOCATION Davenport, IA MINIMUM SALARY $30,161 MAXIMUM SALARY $38,040
JOB TITLE Permit Technician LOCATION Davenport, IA MINIMUM SALARY $75,724 MAXIMUM SALARY $98,756
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About Davenport, Iowa    Davenport's longitude and latitude coordinates in decimal form are 41.542982, −90.590745. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a....More

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