How much does an inspector make in Salem?
$45,670a year
Median yearly pay for inspectors in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $21.96 an hour or $3,806 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.96
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among cities
- 300 of 388
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,980Median: $45,670Highest 10%: $70,440
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,980 | $17.30 | |
| 25th | $39,750 | $19.11 | |
| Median | $45,670 | $21.96 | |
| 75th | $59,350 | $28.53 | |
| 90th | $70,440 | $33.87 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for inspectors.
| Albany, OR | $62,460 |
| Portland, OR | $58,460 |
| Medford, OR | $51,710 |
| Grants Pass, OR | $49,440 |
| Bend, OR | $49,000 |
| Eugene, OR | $47,520 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operator | $65,270 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Worker | $62,220 |
| Structural Metal Fabricator and Fitter | $62,090 |
| Crushing | $59,290 |
| Machinist | $58,930 |
| Welder | $57,180 |
| Separating | $55,100 |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator | $53,920 |
| Molder | $52,220 |
| Mixing and Blending Machine Setter | $51,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an inspector make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $21.96 ($45,670 a year).
Do inspectors make more in Salem than the national average?
No: $45,670 against $48,570 nationally, 6% less.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $54,120, so Salem pays 16% less.
Where does Salem rank for inspector pay?
300 of 388 metro areas with data.
How much does an inspector make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,980 or less a year; the top 10% make $70,440 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.