Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $80,760 +3% vs national
Median hourly $38.83
10th percentile $53,390
90th percentile $120,140
Employed locally 50
National median $78,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,390
    25th
    $66,630
    50th (median)
    $80,760
    75th
    $102,580
    90th
    $120,140

    Top-paying metros for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $133,730
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $130,710
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $128,410
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $122,740
    District of Columbia $117,960
    California $106,610

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $73,520
    Surveyors $62,630
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $42,170
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $68,380
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $59,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Southwest Colorado is $38.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.17 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salaries?

    The median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Southwest Colorado is 3% above the national median of $78,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (10th percentile) earn around $53,390 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,630.