Transportation Inspectors pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for transportation inspectors is $17.25 an hour ($35,890 a year). About 540 people work in this job there.
That is 61% lower than the U.S. median ($92,100). Michigan ranks 44th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for transportation inspectors in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.08 | $33,440 |
| 25% of workers | $16.10 | $33,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.25 | $35,890 |
| 75% of workers | $42.65 | $88,710 |
| 90% of workers | $67.01 | $139,390 |
Transportation Inspectors pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $94,550 | 40 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $52,760 | 240 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers | $44,490 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $71,040 |
| Cargo and Freight Agents | $47,940 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $78,960 |
| Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants | $31,280 |
| Parking Attendants | $33,690 |
| Passenger Attendants | $40,250 |
Other job titles for this job
Open transportation inspectors jobs on JAI Bot
No open jobs in this field right now. Search all jobs or set up a free job alert.
Hiring transportation inspectors? Use the free hiring guide for a job description and interview questions, then post the job on JAI Bot. Every job shows typical pay to job seekers.
Post a job freeFind jobsCheck pay for any jobSource: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. Figures are for wage and salary workers and do not include the self-employed. The median is the middle wage: half earn more, half earn less. Other job titles: O*NET 31.0 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license; O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. JAI Bot has modified this information; USDOL/ETA has not approved, endorsed, or tested these modifications.