Surveyors Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $72,890 +0.2% vs national
Median hourly $35.04
10th percentile $48,670
90th percentile $129,940
Employed locally 50
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,670
    25th
    $63,200
    50th (median)
    $72,890
    75th
    $102,320
    90th
    $129,940

    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 Northwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$80,150
    Mechanical Engineers$79,060
    Civil Engineers$84,240
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$47,110
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$53,280
    Electrical Engineers$84,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $35.04, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.69 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 0.2% above 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 Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $48,670 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,200.