How much does a transportation inspector make in North Carolina?
$84,470a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in North Carolina. That is $40.61 an hour or $7,039 a month.
- Hourly
- $40.61
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 380
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,220Median: $84,470Highest 10%: $137,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,220 | $16.93 | |
| 25th | $65,310 | $31.40 | |
| Median | $84,470 | $40.61 | |
| 75th | $110,600 | $53.19 | |
| 90th | $137,000 | $65.85 |
Cities in North Carolina
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Greensboro, NC | $105,400 |
| Charlotte, NC | $85,650 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $66,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation inspectors.
| 15. Connecticut | $91,520 |
| 16. District of Columbia | $89,960 |
| 17. Arkansas | $85,130 |
| 18. North Carolina | $84,470 |
| 19. Kentucky | $83,970 |
| 20. California | $83,000 |
| 21. Colorado | $81,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in North Carolina?
The median hourly pay in North Carolina is $40.61 ($84,470 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in North Carolina than the national average?
No: $84,470 against $92,100 nationally, 8% less.
Where does North Carolina rank for transportation inspector pay?
North Carolina ranks 18 of 44 states.
Which city in North Carolina pays transportation inspectors the most?
Greensboro-High Point, NC, 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.