How much does a transportation inspector make in Illinois?
$47,990a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in Illinois. That is $23.07 an hour or $3,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.07
- Vs. national median
- -48%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,500Median: $47,990Highest 10%: $129,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,500 | $17.55 | |
| 25th | $39,920 | $19.19 | |
| Median | $47,990 | $23.07 | |
| 75th | $93,950 | $45.17 | |
| 90th | $129,600 | $62.31 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| St. Louis, MO | $77,990 |
| Springfield, IL | $55,190 |
| Chicago, IL | $55,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation inspectors.
| 40. Idaho | $54,330 |
| 41. Nevada | $50,060 |
| 42. New Jersey | $49,250 |
| 43. Illinois | $47,990 |
| 44. Michigan | $35,890 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $23.07 ($47,990 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Illinois than the national average?
No: $47,990 against $92,100 nationally, 48% less.
Where does Illinois rank for transportation inspector pay?
Illinois ranks 43 of 44 states.
Which city in Illinois pays transportation inspectors the most?
St. Louis, MO-IL, with a median of $77,990 a year.
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.