How much does a transportation inspector make in Virginia?
$68,610a year
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in Virginia. That is $32.99 an hour or $5,718 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.99
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,540Median: $68,610Highest 10%: $142,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,540 | $22.86 | |
| 25th | $58,620 | $28.18 | |
| Median | $68,610 | $32.99 | |
| 75th | $100,700 | $48.40 | |
| 90th | $142,500 | $68.50 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $97,170 |
| Richmond, VA | $68,610 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $66,730 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for transportation inspectors.
| 29. Ohio | $77,010 |
| 30. Wisconsin | $75,260 |
| 31. South Dakota | $70,080 |
| 32. Virginia | $68,610 |
| 33. Missouri | $64,690 |
| 34. Utah | $64,480 |
| 35. Maine | $63,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $32.99 ($68,610 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Virginia than the national average?
No: $68,610 against $92,100 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Virginia rank for transportation inspector pay?
Virginia ranks 32 of 44 states.
Which city in Virginia pays transportation inspectors the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $97,170 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.