Surveyors Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,760 +5.5% vs national
Median hourly $36.91
10th percentile $46,490
90th percentile $127,080
Employed locally 50
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,490
    25th
    $59,340
    50th (median)
    $76,760
    75th
    $104,730
    90th
    $127,080

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$96,420
    Mechanical Engineers$99,320
    Civil Engineers$99,830
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$57,630
    Mechanical Drafters$65,160
    Electrical Engineers$101,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Southeast Iowa is $36.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.10 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Southeast Iowa is 5.5% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $46,490 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,340.