Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,680 -12.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.96
10th percentile $35,930
90th percentile $84,290
Employed locally 40
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,930
    25th
    $42,470
    50th (median)
    $45,680
    75th
    $58,280
    90th
    $84,290

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other $153,340
    Electrical Engineers $133,950
    Mechanical Engineers $120,790
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $134,430
    Aerospace Engineers $128,230
    Computer Hardware Engineers $121,680

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Northeast Virginia is $21.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Northeast Virginia is 12.1% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $35,930 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,470.