Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $70,280 +35.3% vs national
Median hourly $33.79
10th percentile $47,630
90th percentile $96,060
Employed locally 90
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,630
    25th
    $59,270
    50th (median)
    $70,280
    75th
    $82,700
    90th
    $96,060

    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 Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,170
    Mechanical Engineers $79,540
    Civil Engineers $94,230
    Electrical Engineers $95,230
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,010
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $76,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Northwest Minnesota is $33.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.83 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Northwest Minnesota is 35.3% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $47,630 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,270.