SOC 23-2093 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers is $54,974 per year ($26.43/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $45,011 and $70,283 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $87,235 per year. There are approximately 48,170 title examiners, abstractors, and searchers employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $17.65 | $36,712 |
| P25 | $21.64 | $45,011 |
| P50MEDIAN | $26.43 | $54,974 |
| P75 | $33.79 | $70,283 |
| P90 | $41.94 | $87,235 |
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 Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers is $54,974 per year ($26.43/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $45,011 and $70,283 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers is $87,235 per year ($41.94/hr). The 75th percentile is $70,283 per year.
Entry-level Title Examiners, Abstractors, and Searchers (10th percentile) earn approximately $36,712 per year ($17.65/hr). The 25th percentile is $45,011 per year.
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