Surveyors Salary in Houston, TX
BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Median annual salary
$58,780
-19.2% vs national
Median hourly
$28.26
10th percentile
$38,340
90th percentile
$101,070
Employed locally
2,300
National median
$72,740
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Houston economic context
Unemployment rate
4.40%
2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
Median household income
$80,458
2023 • Census ACS
Surveyors salary vs area income
73%
Median Surveyors salary is 27% below the area median household income
Frequently asked questions
How much do Surveyors make per hour in Houston?
The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Houston, TX is $28.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.66 or more per hour.
Is Houston above or below average for Surveyors salaries?
The median Surveyors salary in Houston, TX is 19.2% 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 Houston?
Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $38,340 per year in Houston, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,600.