Surveyors Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $104,050 +43% vs national
Median hourly $50.02
10th percentile $58,460
90th percentile $110,500
Employed locally 30
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,460
    25th
    $71,300
    50th (median)
    $104,050
    75th
    $104,810
    90th
    $110,500

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers$79,980
    Mechanical Engineers$95,100
    Environmental Engineers$83,230
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$63,070
    Electrical Engineers$86,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Southwest Montana is $50.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.13 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Southwest Montana is 43% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $58,460 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $71,300.