How much does a transportation inspector make in Memphis?
$115,900a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $55.73 an hour or $9,660 a month.
- Hourly
- $55.73
- Vs. national median
- +26%
- Rank among cities
- 8 of 80
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,480Median: $115,900Highest 10%: $153,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,480 | $23.79 | |
| 25th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| Median | $115,900 | $55.73 | |
| 75th | $141,100 | $67.85 | |
| 90th | $153,600 | $73.83 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors.
| Nashville, TN | $85,360 |
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Salaries for every job in Memphis, TNFrequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $55.73 ($115,900 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Memphis than the national average?
Yes: $115,900 against $92,100 nationally, 26% more.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $78,430, so Memphis pays 48% more.
Where does Memphis rank for transportation inspector pay?
8 of 80 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation inspector make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $49,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $153,600 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.