Surveying and Mapping Technicians
Occupation
$51,940
National Median Salary
$24.97
Median Hourly Wage
56,720
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+27.4%
10 Year Change
$40,770
2014 Median
$51,940
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Surveying and Mapping Technicians
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Oil and Gas Extraction | $80,040 | 190 |
| Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation | $77,750 | 60 |
| Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution | $77,450 | 1,690 |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $77,150 | 60 |
| Natural Gas Distribution | $76,980 | — |
Top Paying States for Surveying and Mapping Technicians
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $75,660 | 350 |
| Alaska | $73,320 | 410 |
| District of Columbia | $72,230 | 40 |
| California | $71,860 | 3,670 |
| Minnesota | $66,080 | 910 |
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Oil and Gas Extraction
Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Natural Gas Distribution
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Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
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