SOC 53-6051 · Chicago-Naperville, IL · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Transportation Inspectors in Chicago-Naperville is $94,334 per year ($45.35/hr). This is 10% higher than the national median of $85,758. The middle 50% earn between $64,522 and $115,521 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $150,825.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $21.20 | $44,090 | +10.0% |
| P25 | $31.02 | $64,522 | +10.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $45.35 | $94,334 | +10.0% |
| P75 | $55.54 | $115,521 | +10.0% |
| P90 | $72.51 | $150,825 | +10.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Transportation Inspectors in Chicago-Naperville is approximately $94,334, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 10% higher than the national median of $85,758.
Entry-level Transportation Inspectors (10th percentile) in Chicago-Naperville earn approximately $44,090 per year. The 25th percentile is $64,522. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $150,825.
Chicago-Naperville pays 10% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $85,758 vs $94,334 in Chicago-Naperville. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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