Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,590 -23.8% vs national
Median hourly $19.03
10th percentile $38,000
90th percentile $71,280
Employed locally 30
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,000
    25th
    $38,360
    50th (median)
    $39,590
    75th
    $56,390
    90th
    $71,280

    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 Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$91,780
    Mechanical Engineers$79,220
    Civil Engineers$82,680
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$57,240
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval$84,140
    Mechanical Drafters$51,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Central Pennsylvania is $19.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Central Pennsylvania is 23.8% below 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $38,000 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,360.