Cartographers and Photogrammetrists Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $75,200 -4.1% vs national
Median hourly $36.16
10th percentile $55,380
90th percentile $95,060
Employed locally 50
National median $78,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,380
    25th
    $59,370
    50th (median)
    $75,200
    75th
    $75,200
    90th
    $95,060

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary vs area income 111% Median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary is 11% above the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $73,160

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electrical Engineers $110,510
    Mechanical Engineers $110,730
    Industrial Engineers $112,940
    Engineers, All Other $119,160
    Civil Engineers $75,900
    Aerospace Engineers $111,490

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Cartographers and Photogrammetrists make per hour in Tucson?

    The median hourly wage for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Tucson, AZ is $36.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.09 or more per hour.

    Is Tucson above or below average for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salaries?

    The median Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Tucson, AZ is 4.1% below 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Cartographers and Photogrammetrists (10th percentile) earn around $55,380 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,370.