Transportation Inspectors Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,180 -56.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.88
10th percentile $37,180
90th percentile $62,090
Employed locally 40
National median $85,750

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,180
    25th
    $37,180
    50th (median)
    $37,180
    75th
    $49,010
    90th
    $62,090

    Top-paying metros for Transportation Inspectors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI $140,880
    Alaska $138,030
    Oklahoma City, OK $134,410
    Anchorage, AK $131,060
    Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL $125,040
    Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA $123,780

    Related occupations in Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $58,880
    Stockers and Order Fillers $39,700
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $38,340
    Light Truck Drivers $44,310
    Driver/Sales Workers $30,060
    Bus Drivers, School $44,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Transportation Inspectors make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Transportation Inspectors in Southwest Montana is $17.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.85 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Transportation Inspectors salaries?

    The median Transportation Inspectors salary in Southwest Montana is 56.6% below the national median of $85,750. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Transportation Inspectors in Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Transportation Inspectors (10th percentile) earn around $37,180 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,180.