How much does a transportation inspector make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $46.72 an hour or $8,098 a month.
- Hourly
- $46.72
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 29 of 80
- Jobs in the area
- 300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,240 | $25.60 | |
| 25th | $63,520 | $30.54 | |
| Median | $97,170 | $46.72 | |
| 75th | $132,600 | $63.76 | |
| 90th | $171,000 | $82.20 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for transportation inspectors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Airline Pilot | $209,800 |
| Air Traffic Controller | $174,900 |
| Commercial Pilot | $125,900 |
| Ship Engineer | $122,100 |
| Captain | $94,150 |
| Crane and Tower Operator | $92,120 |
| Traffic Technician | $70,100 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Worker | $67,960 |
| Bus Driver | $65,220 |
| Motor Vehicle Operator | $64,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a transportation inspector make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $46.72 ($97,170 a year).
Do transportation inspectors make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $97,170 against $92,100 nationally, 6% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $89,960, so Washington pays 8% more.
Where does Washington rank for transportation inspector pay?
29 of 80 metro areas with data.
How much does a transportation inspector make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,240 or less a year; the top 10% make $171,000 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.