Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 58,010 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $37,520 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $45,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $54,240 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $66,700 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $81,630 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$45K
Median
$54K
75th
$67K
90th
$82K
Highest Paying States for Surveying and Mapping Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $81,840 |
| Alaska | $78,990 |
| Minnesota | $72,840 |
| Rhode Island | $66,230 |
| North Dakota | $65,950 |
| Nevada | $65,510 |
| Washington | $65,290 |
| Massachusetts | $65,060 |
| Maryland | $64,020 |
| New Jersey | $63,940 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Surveying and Mapping Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $81,840 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $63,940 — a difference of $17,900. 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 Surveying and Mapping Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 58,010 workers were employed as Surveying and Mapping Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $58,000 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3031