Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $45,460 -12.5% vs national
Median hourly $21.86
10th percentile $34,400
90th percentile $70,520
Employed locally 100
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,400
    25th
    $35,710
    50th (median)
    $45,460
    75th
    $48,550
    90th
    $70,520

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $82,830
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Kansas is $21.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Kansas is 12.5% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,400 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,710.