As with any career choice, the salary and wages of a customs inspector can vary greatly depending on the amount of experience and education that one holds. The country or state that one is working in can also have a great impact on the inspector's pay.

In the United States, the median income for inspectors is around $35,000 per year. Those with several years of experience can earn as much as $55,000 per year. The classification of an inspector will determine what salary they are started at and how far they are able to climb within the ranks of inspectors.