Surveyor Salary in 2026
Measure and map the earth's surface to establish property boundaries and plan construction.
Median Salary
$68,000
$5,667/mo
Entry Level
$48,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$92,000
experienced
Job Growth
+4%
10-yr outlook
Surveyor Overview
Measure and map the earth's surface to establish property boundaries and plan construction.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
2-4 years
Industry
Trades
Total Jobs (US)
48K
5-Year Growth
+8%
Category
Trades
Hourly Rate
$32.69/hr
Monthly Pay
$5,667
Surveyor Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Surveyor salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Surveyor Salary
$77,000
$6,417/month · $2,962/biweekly · $37.02/hr
Surveyor Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Surveyor field.
Entry-level Surveyors earn around $48,000, while the top 10% earn $102,000 or more.
Top Paying States for Surveyors
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $80,000 | +$12,000 |
| New York | $78,000 | +$10,000 |
| Colorado | $71,000 | +$3,000 |
| Texas | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
| Florida | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Surveyors
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $80,000 | +$12,000 |
| Los Angeles | $76,000 | +$8,000 |
| Denver | $72,000 | +$4,000 |
| Miami | $69,000 | +$1,000 |
| Houston | $67,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Surveyor Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Surveyor from entry level to expert.
$48,000
0-2 years
$70,000
3-7 years
$92,000
8-14 years
$112,000
15+ years
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