Property Appraisers and Assessors Salary (2025)
Based on 57,070 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $40,030 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,970 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $67,960 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $92,760 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $122,660 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$51K
Median
$68K
75th
$93K
90th
$123K
Highest Paying States for Property Appraisers and Assessors
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $108,770 |
| New Jersey | $99,420 |
| California | $96,360 |
| Massachusetts | $96,010 |
| Minnesota | $94,700 |
| Connecticut | $93,760 |
| Iowa | $90,040 |
| New York | $87,490 |
| Washington | $87,310 |
| Maine | $85,160 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Property Appraisers and Assessors salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $108,770 per year, while Maine has an average of $85,160 — a difference of $23,610. 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 Property Appraisers and Assessors
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 57,070 workers were employed as Property Appraisers and Assessorss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Business and Financial Operations Occupations. The annual mean wage of $75,770 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 13-2020