SOC 17-3031 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Surveying and Mapping Technicians is $51,938 per year ($24.97/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $44,179 and $65,250 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $80,870 per year. There are approximately 56,720 surveying and mapping technicians employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.75 | $36,920 |
| P25 | $21.24 | $44,179 |
| P50MEDIAN | $24.97 | $51,938 |
| P75 | $31.37 | $65,250 |
| P90 | $38.88 | $80,870 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Surveying and Mapping Technicians is $51,938 per year ($24.97/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $44,179 and $65,250 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Surveying and Mapping Technicians is $80,870 per year ($38.88/hr). The 75th percentile is $65,250 per year.
Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn approximately $36,920 per year ($17.75/hr). The 25th percentile is $44,179 per year.
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