Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,570 +41.6% vs national
Median hourly $35.37
10th percentile $49,500
90th percentile $102,590
Employed locally 70
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,500
    25th
    $63,230
    50th (median)
    $73,570
    75th
    $78,830
    90th
    $102,590

    Top-paying metros for Surveying and Mapping Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $95,150
    Reno, NV $81,300
    Visalia, CA $80,680
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $79,880
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $78,520
    Maryland nonmetropolitan area $77,640

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $116,680
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $109,520
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $86,910
    Engineers, All Other $138,340
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $104,180
    Petroleum Engineers $174,440

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveying and Mapping Technicians make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Alaska is $35.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.08 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Surveying and Mapping Technicians salaries?

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Alaska is 41.6% above the national median of $51,940. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Alaska?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $49,500 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,230.