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Surveyors Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Surveyors make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$105,330
Median Annual Salary
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+1.5% vs 2024
$110,220
Mean Salary
$105,330
Median Salary
$50.64
Hourly Rate
4,520 people work as Surveyors in California
Surveyors salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Surveyors in California earn a median salary of $105,330 per year ($8,777/month).
This is 40.7% above the national average of $74,875.
California ranks #1 out of 50 states for Surveyors pay.
Approximately 4,520 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 1.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Surveyors
Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.
Top Skills
Mathematics
4.12
Reading Comprehension
4.0
Active Listening
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.88
Writing
3.75
Key Knowledge Areas
Mathematics
4.78
Engineering and Technology
4.25
Geography
4.05
Computers and Electronics
3.95
Customer and Personal Service
3.7
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(81.5% of workers)
Salaries for Surveyors in California range from $59,310 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $160,430 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $78,500 and $134,250.
The median annual salary for Surveyors in California is $105,330 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $110,220.
What is the salary range for a Surveyors in California?
Salaries for Surveyors in California range from $59,310 at the 10th percentile to $160,430 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $78,500 and $134,250.
What is the starting salary for a Surveyors in California?
Entry-level Surveyors positions in California typically start around $59,310 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $78,500 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Surveyors in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 4,520 people are employed as Surveyors in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Surveyors in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Surveyors in California is approximately $50.64 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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