What is the average hourly wage for Transportation Inspectors?

The median hourly wage for Transportation Inspectors is $39.65 per hour. This translates to approximately $82,480 per year working full-time.

What states pay Transportation Inspectors the most?

Salaries for Transportation Inspectors vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a transportation inspector?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Transportation Inspectors Salary

Name: Transportation Inspectors Salary Data
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$82,480

$39.65 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$43,714 - $141,866

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

30,520

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Transportation Inspectors Salary by Percentile

$43,714 $141,866

10th pct Median: $82,480 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$43,714	$21.02
25th Percentile	$59,386	$28.55
50th (Median)	$82,480	$39.65
75th Percentile	$113,822	$54.72
90th (Top Earners)	$141,866	$68.20
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Transportation Inspectors

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$108,874	$52.34
2	California (CA)	$103,100	$49.57
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$100,626	$48.38
4	New York (NY)	$100,626	$48.38
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$98,976	$47.58
6	Connecticut (CT)	$97,326	$46.79
7	Maryland (MD)	$97,326	$46.79
8	Hawaii (HI)	$94,852	$45.60
9	Alaska (AK)	$92,378	$44.41
10	Washington (WA)	$92,378	$44.41
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Transportation Inspectors

Transportation Inspectors work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Transportation Inspectors

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,651,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Transportation Inspectors make?

The median annual salary for Transportation Inspectors is $82,480 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $43,714, while the top 10% earn $141,866 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Transportation Inspectors?

Transportation Inspectors earn a median hourly wage of $39.65 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $82,480 annually.

Is Transportation Inspectors a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $82,480, Transportation Inspectors earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Transportation Inspectors need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.