Assistant Chief Inspector Salary in the United States

How much does an Assistant Chief Inspector make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Chief Inspector in the United States is $81,632 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Assistant Chief Inspector's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,665
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $75,201 to $88,454
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $69,346

Key Factors That Influence Assistant Chief Inspector Salaries

An Assistant Chief Inspector's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Chief Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Chief Inspector's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $80,211
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $90,325
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,175
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,818
  • Expert (over 8 years): $177,535
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Assistant Chief Inspector less than 1 year $80,211
Flight Inspector III 1-2 years $90,325
Flight Inspector IV 2-4 years $106,175
Flight Inspection Manager 5-8 years $143,818
Flight Inspection Senior Manager over 8 years $177,535

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Chief Inspector

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $102,963
  • San Francisco: $101,836
  • Oakland: $99,689

Assistant Chief Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Chief Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Chief Inspector positions in Transportation or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Chief Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Chief Inspector

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $122,449 $59.0 50%
MFG Durable $97,959 $47.0 20%

How Education impacts an Assistant Chief Inspector's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Assistant Chief Inspector professionals enter the field with a high school degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Assistant Chief Inspector with a high school is between $73,650 and $79,072.

Assistant Chief Inspector Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Assistant Chief Inspector
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 33.3%
High School 33.3%
Associate's Degree 0%
Bachelor's Degree 66.7%
Master's Degree or MBA 0%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Assistant Chief Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Chief Inspector's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$75,201
Average $81,632/year
$88,454
$6,267
Average $6,803/month
$7,371
$1,446
Average $1,570/week
$1,701
$36
Average $39/hour
$43
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $88,454 $7,371 $1,701 $43
Average $81,632 $6,803 $1,570 $39
25th Percentile $75,201 $6,267 $1,446 $36

Most common benefits for Assistant Chief Inspector

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Assistant Chief Inspector

Here are companies hiring for Assistant Chief Inspector and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Assistant Chief Inspector

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Chief Inspector?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Chief Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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