How much does a transportation inspector make in Iowa?
$116,900a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in Iowa. That is $56.18 an hour or $9,738 a month.
- Hourly
- $56.18
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $54,250Median: $116,900Highest 10%: $159,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $54,250 | $26.08 | |
| 25th | $89,340 | $42.95 | |
| Median | $116,900 | $56.18 | |
| 75th | $150,600 | $72.42 | |
| 90th | $159,700 | $76.79 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation inspectors.
| 1. Alaska | $123,100 |
| 2. Iowa | $116,900 |
| 3. Oklahoma | $111,100 |
| 4. Hawaii | $108,300 |
| 5. Alabama | $108,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $56.18 ($116,900 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $116,900 against $92,100 nationally, 27% more.
Where does Iowa rank for transportation inspector pay?
Iowa ranks 2 of 44 states.
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.