How much does a transportation inspector make in Springfield?
$55,190a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $26.53 an hour or $4,599 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.53
- Vs. national median
- -40%
- Rank among cities
- 71 of 80
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,180Median: $55,190Highest 10%: $141,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| 25th | $37,180 | $17.88 | |
| Median | $55,190 | $26.53 | |
| 75th | $129,600 | $62.30 | |
| 90th | $141,900 | $68.23 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors.
| St. Louis, MO | $77,990 |
| Chicago, IL | $55,070 |
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Salaries for every job in Springfield, ILFrequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $26.53 ($55,190 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Springfield than the national average?
No: $55,190 against $92,100 nationally, 40% less.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $47,990, so Springfield pays 15% more.
Where does Springfield rank for transportation inspector pay?
71 of 80 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation inspector make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $37,180 or less a year; the top 10% make $141,900 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.