Surveyors Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,760 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $33.06
10th percentile $34,320
90th percentile $97,490
Employed locally 30
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,320
    25th
    $46,430
    50th (median)
    $68,760
    75th
    $70,110
    90th
    $97,490

    Top-paying metros for Surveyors

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Yuba City, CA $130,730
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $124,990
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $122,690
    Redding, CA $121,250
    Fresno, CA $115,620
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $110,450

    Related occupations in East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $52,700
    Civil Engineers $87,280
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $67,280
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $102,030
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $41,600
    Electrical Engineers $95,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in East Kentucky is $33.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.87 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in East Kentucky is 5.5% below the national median of $72,740. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Surveyors in East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $34,320 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,430.