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Surveying and mapping technicians Salary in the United States

Median pay, percentile range, and highest-paying US metros, from official BLS data.

The median salary for Surveying and mapping technicians in the United States is $54,240 per year, about $26 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $45,430 and $66,700 a year.

Median annual salary
$54,240
~$26/hr · ~$4,520/mo
Total US jobs
59.4K
Faster than average
Education
High school diploma
Growth: +5%

Salary range

10th %ile
$37,520
25th %ile
$45,430
Median
$54,240
75th %ile
$66,700
90th %ile
$81,630

Highest-paying US metros for Surveying and mapping technicians

MetroLocal salary
San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA$101,270
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA$92,700
Visalia, CA$80,680
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA$81,120
Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA$79,450
Anchorage, AK$76,970
San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA$84,360
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI$76,140
Vallejo, CA$78,790
Reno, NV$73,320

Frequently asked questions

How much do Surveying and mapping technicians make in the US?

The median salary is $54,240 per year (about $26 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $45,430 and $66,700 a year.

How much do Surveying and mapping technicians make per hour?

About $26 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $54,240 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).

What education do you need to work as Surveying and mapping technicians?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?

No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only: they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.

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Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. (May 2025 OEWS.)