Transportation Inspector Salary in Oklahoma (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Oklahoma Median
$111,070
per year
Hourly Rate
$53.40
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+21% vs US median
US median $92,100
State Rank
#3 of 44
470 employed here

How much does a Transportation Inspector make in Oklahoma?

A Transportation Inspector working in Oklahoma earns a median salary of $111,070 per year, or about $53.40 per hour. That is 21% above the national median of $92,100 for this occupation.

Within Oklahoma, entry-level pay starts around $107,370 while the top 10% make $139,840 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $109,990 and $111,070 a year.

Transportation Inspector salary range in Oklahoma

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$107,370$51.62
25th percentile (early career)$109,990$52.88
50th percentile (median)$111,070$53.40
75th percentile (experienced)$111,070$53.40
90th percentile (top earners)$139,840$67.23

How Oklahoma compares

Oklahoma ranks 3rd 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 Oklahoma

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 Oklahoma pay ($111,070) 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 Oklahoma?
The median Transportation Inspector salary in Oklahoma is $111,070 per year, or about $53.40 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $107,370 at the entry level to $139,840 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oklahoma pay compare to the national average?
Oklahoma pays Transportation Inspectors about 21% more than the national median of $92,100. Oklahoma ranks 3rd out of 44 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oklahoma a good state for Transportation Inspectors?
Yes on pay — Oklahoma pays above the national median for this occupation, at $111,070 a year. About 470 Transportation Inspectors are employed in Oklahoma. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oklahoma?
The highest-paying occupations in Oklahoma include Surgeon, All Other ($553,790), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($530,070), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($370,260), 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.