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Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers

A comprehensive guide to Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$50,117 / yr

Min. Education

Varies by state board

Job Outlook

Below national median; evaluate local demand

Top Paying State

Alaska

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
AK
AlaskaCompact: No
$98,800Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WY
WyomingCompact: Yes
$59,930Avg. Growth
Tied to businessNo educational requirementsVaries by boardDetails
MD
MarylandCompact: Yes
$58,710Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
WA
WashingtonCompact: Pending
$58,450Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MT
MontanaCompact: Yes
$57,520Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
CO
ColoradoCompact: No
$56,370Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseNo educational requirementsVaries by boardDetails