Surveyors Salary in Southwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,220 -18.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.47
10th percentile $37,560
90th percentile $94,440
Employed locally 40
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,560
    25th
    $41,600
    50th (median)
    $59,220
    75th
    $80,330
    90th
    $94,440

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$97,380
    Mechanical Engineers$85,400
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$62,680
    Civil Engineers$94,520
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$61,420
    Mechanical Drafters$70,250

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Southwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Southwest Minnesota is $28.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.11 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Minnesota above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Southwest Minnesota is 18.6% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $37,560 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,600.