What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Chief Inspector's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

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.

How does experience change An Assistant Chief Inspector's salary?

An Assistant Chief Inspector's salary grows with experience: starting around $81,230 for beginners, reaching about $107,523 at mid-level, and approach $179,790 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Chief Inspector?

Assistant Chief Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Chief Inspector roles are District of Columbia $90,383, California $90,041, Massachusetts $88,841. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Chief Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Chief Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Assistant Chief Engineer: $298,453; Chief Inspector: $138,497; Chief Physician Assistant: $111,697; Assistant Chief: $93,801; Assistant Inspector General: $93,650.

Assistant Chief Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Assistant Chief Inspector make in Delaware? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Chief Inspector in Delaware is $82,669 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,868
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,156 to $89,578
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,227

10% $70,227

50% (Median) $82,669

90% $95,868

Assistant Chief Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,578	$7,465	$1,723	$43
Average	$82,669	$6,889	$1,590	$40
25th Percentile	$76,156	$6,346	$1,465	$37

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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 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): $81,230
Early Career (1-2 years): $91,472
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $107,523
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,645
Expert (over 8 years): $179,790

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Assistant Chief Inspector	less than 1 year	$81,230
Flight Inspector III	1-2 years	$91,472
Flight Inspector IV	2-4 years	$107,523
Flight Inspection Manager	5-8 years	$145,645
Flight Inspection Senior Manager	over 8 years	$179,790

How Do Assistant Chief Inspector Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Chief Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $90,383.
California: $90,041.
Massachusetts: $88,841.

District of Columbia $90,383 California $90,041 Massachusetts $88,841 Washington $88,514 New Jersey $88,481 Alaska $88,367 Connecticut $87,241 New York $86,783

Hawaii $85,322 Rhode Island $84,636 Maryland $84,171 Minnesota $83,534 Colorado $83,290 Illinois $83,208 Oregon $82,898 Delaware $82,669

New Hampshire $82,525 Virginia $82,204 Pennsylvania $81,265 Nevada $80,792 North Dakota $80,636 Michigan $80,392 Wisconsin $80,302 Vermont $80,122

Texas $79,624 Maine $79,592 Arizona $79,543 Ohio $79,485 Georgia $78,734 Indiana $78,359 Wyoming $78,285 Utah $78,171

Iowa $78,122 Kansas $77,730 Louisiana $77,616 North Carolina $77,575 Missouri $77,559 Florida $77,241 Montana $77,069 Nebraska $76,906

Kentucky $76,816 South Carolina $76,490 Tennessee $76,285 Idaho $76,204 New Mexico $75,608 Oklahoma $75,477 Alabama $74,996 South Dakota $74,188

Arkansas $73,747 West Virginia $73,510 Mississippi $72,800

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:

Lincoln: $82,297
Little Creek: $82,899
Magnolia: $82,780

Lincoln, DE $82,297

Little Creek, DE $82,899

Magnolia, DE $82,780

Milford, DE $82,506

Marydel, DE $82,641

Millsboro, DE $81,952

Millville, DE $82,078

Milton, DE $82,220

Nassau, DE $82,280

Ocean View, DE $82,064

Rehoboth Beach, DE $82,222

Seaford, DE $82,268

Selbyville, DE $81,928

Smyrna, DE $82,956

Viola, DE $82,574

Woodside, DE $82,796

Bear, DE $82,605

Newark, DE $82,574

Claymont, DE $82,743

Delaware City, DE $82,657

Hockessin, DE $82,567

Kirkwood, DE $82,641

Middletown, DE $82,673

Montchanin, DE $82,586

New Castle, DE $82,598

Odessa, DE $82,714

Port Penn, DE $82,770

Rockland, DE $82,594

Saint Georges, DE $82,647

Townsend, DE $82,774

Winterthur, DE $82,604

Lewes, DE $82,252

Wilmington, DE $82,571

Dover, DE $82,899

Dover Afb, DE $82,463

Bethany Beach, DE $81,978

Bethel, DE $82,063

Bridgeville, DE $82,256

Camden Wyoming, DE $82,666

Cheswold, DE $82,872

Clayton, DE $82,875

Dagsboro, DE $81,921

Delmar, DE $81,789

Ellendale, DE $82,037

Felton, DE $82,499

Fenwick Island, DE $81,939

Frankford, DE $81,796

Frederica, DE $82,581

Georgetown, DE $81,890

Greenwood, DE $82,269

Harbeson, DE $81,977

Harrington, DE $82,395

Hartly, DE $82,651

Houston, DE $82,277

Kenton, DE $82,879

Laurel, DE $81,841

Yorklyn, DE $82,592

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	$124,004	$60.0	50%
MFG Durable	$99,203	$48.0	20%

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.

$76,156

Average $82,669/year

$89,578

$6,346

Average $6,889/month

$7,465

$1,465

Average $1,590/week

$1,723

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,578	$7,465	$1,723	$43
Average	$82,669	$6,889	$1,590	$40
25th Percentile	$76,156	$6,346	$1,465	$37

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