Surveyors Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,150 -22.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.00
10th percentile $35,110
90th percentile $113,010
Employed locally 100
National median $72,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,110
    25th
    $48,860
    50th (median)
    $56,150
    75th
    $75,990
    90th
    $113,010

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$87,720
    Civil Engineers$86,120
    Mechanical Engineers$81,100
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians$44,040
    Architectural and Civil Drafters$64,670
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$51,730

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surveyors make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Surveyors in Western North Carolina is $27.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.89 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Surveyors salaries?

    The median Surveyors salary in Western North Carolina is 22.8% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Surveyors (10th percentile) earn around $35,110 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,860.