Surveyors Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $68,630 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.00
10th percentile $51,820
90th percentile $101,020
Employed locally 40
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,820
    25th
    $55,920
    50th (median)
    $68,630
    75th
    $94,840
    90th
    $101,020

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $83,080
    Industrial Engineers $83,550
    Civil Engineers $90,990
    Electrical Engineers $99,620
    Mechanical Drafters $58,750
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,820

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $33.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.57 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 5.7% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $51,820 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,920.