How much does a transportation inspector make in Louisiana?
$77,460a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in Louisiana. That is $37.24 an hour or $6,455 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.24
- Vs. national median
- -16%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,160Median: $77,460Highest 10%: $137,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,160 | $14.02 | |
| 25th | $46,920 | $22.56 | |
| Median | $77,460 | $37.24 | |
| 75th | $105,400 | $50.66 | |
| 90th | $137,000 | $65.86 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $105,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation inspectors.
| 25. Massachusetts | $79,650 |
| 26. Tennessee | $78,430 |
| 27. Oregon | $78,110 |
| 28. Louisiana | $77,460 |
| 29. Ohio | $77,010 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $75,260 |
| 31. South Dakota | $70,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $37.24 ($77,460 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $77,460 against $92,100 nationally, 16% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for transportation inspector pay?
Louisiana ranks 28 of 44 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays transportation inspectors the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $105,400 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.