Transportation Inspector Salary in Hawaii (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Transportation Inspectors in Hawaii, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Hawaii Median
$108,270
per year
Hourly Rate
$52.05
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+18% vs US median
US median $92,100
State Rank
#4 of 44
150 employed here

How much does a Transportation Inspector make in Hawaii?

A Transportation Inspector working in Hawaii earns a median salary of $108,270 per year, or about $52.05 per hour. That is 18% above the national median of $92,100 for this occupation.

Within Hawaii, entry-level pay starts around $51,960 while the top 10% make $151,670 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $65,980 and $138,670 a year.

Transportation Inspector salary range in Hawaii

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$51,960$24.98
25th percentile (early career)$65,980$31.72
50th percentile (median)$108,270$52.05
75th percentile (experienced)$138,670$66.67
90th percentile (top earners)$151,670$72.92

How Hawaii compares

Hawaii ranks 4th out of 44 states and territories for Transportation Inspector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$123,120
2Iowa$116,850
3Oklahoma$111,070
4Hawaii$108,270
5Alabama$108,140

Working as a Transportation Inspector in Hawaii

Nationally, about 25,000 people work as Transportation Inspectors in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Hawaii pay ($108,270) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Transportation Inspector make in Hawaii?
The median Transportation Inspector salary in Hawaii is $108,270 per year, or about $52.05 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $51,960 at the entry level to $151,670 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Hawaii pay compare to the national average?
Hawaii pays Transportation Inspectors about 18% more than the national median of $92,100. Hawaii ranks 4th out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Hawaii a good state for Transportation Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Hawaii pays above the national median for this occupation, at $108,270 a year. About 150 Transportation Inspectors are employed in Hawaii. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Hawaii?
The highest-paying occupations in Hawaii include Physician, All Other ($339,290), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($338,130), Psychiatrist ($289,990), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.