Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,040 -15.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.18
10th percentile $34,950
90th percentile $67,900
Employed locally 200
National median $51,940

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,950
    25th
    $35,710
    50th (median)
    $44,040
    75th
    $59,650
    90th
    $67,900

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,720
    Civil Engineers $86,120
    Mechanical Engineers $81,100
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $64,670
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $51,730
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveying and Mapping Technicians make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Western North Carolina is $21.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.46 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Surveying and Mapping Technicians salaries?

    The median Surveying and Mapping Technicians salary in Western North Carolina is 15.2% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Surveying and Mapping Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,950 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,710.