Transportation Inspectors pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for transportation inspectors is $23.07 an hour ($47,990 a year). About 1,130 people work in this job there.
That is 48% lower than the U.S. median ($92,100). Illinois ranks 43rd of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for transportation inspectors in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.55 | $36,500 |
| 25% of workers | $19.19 | $39,920 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.07 | $47,990 |
| 75% of workers | $45.17 | $93,950 |
| 90% of workers | $62.31 | $129,600 |
Transportation Inspectors pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield | $55,190 | 80 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $55,070 | 570 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for transportation inspectors
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2.2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 2,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers | $47,920 |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | $59,750 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $79,820 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $78,340 |
| Locomotive Engineers | $93,320 |
| Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors | $58,600 |
| Parking Attendants | $36,730 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $36,010 |
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