Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Salary (2025)
Based on 14,260 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $53,740 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $65,670 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $81,390 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $101,960 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $126,950 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$54K
25th
$66K
Median
$81K
75th
$102K
90th
$127K
Highest Paying States for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $103,690 |
| Massachusetts | $101,430 |
| Minnesota | $100,100 |
| Washington | $95,730 |
| Maryland | $94,640 |
| Colorado | $94,460 |
| Nevada | $92,380 |
| Alaska | $90,840 |
| Oregon | $90,590 |
| New Jersey | $90,510 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $103,690 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $90,510 — a difference of $13,180. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Cartographers and Photogrammetrists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 14,260 workers were employed as Cartographers and Photogrammetristss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $86,690 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-1021