Transportation Inspectors Salary (2025)
Based on 24,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $40,330 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $58,780 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $92,100 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $108,890 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $138,670 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$59K
Median
$92K
75th
$109K
90th
$139K
Highest Paying States for Transportation Inspectors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $122,000 |
| Washington | $114,460 |
| Iowa | $113,620 |
| Oklahoma | $113,280 |
| District of Columbia | $106,370 |
| Hawaii | $104,440 |
| North Dakota | $104,020 |
| Maryland | $102,860 |
| Texas | $101,160 |
| Florida | $100,840 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Transportation Inspectors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $122,000 per year, while Florida has an average of $100,840 — a difference of $21,160. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Transportation Inspectors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 24,500 workers were employed as Transportation Inspectorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $88,540 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-6051