What are the main factors that influence a Field Surveyor I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Field Surveyor 's salary?

A Field Surveyor 's salary grows with experience: a Field Surveyor I (2-4 years)earns $63,666, a Field Surveyor III (4-7 years)earns $78,301, a Land Surveyor Crew Chief (7+ years)earns $91,301, a Field Chief Land Surveyor (7+ years)earns $108,616,

What are the highest paying states for a Field Surveyor I?

Field Surveyor I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Field Surveyor I roles are District of Columbia $69,700, California $69,400, Massachusetts $68,500. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Field Surveyor roles make?

Salaries for Field Surveyor level roles vary by specialization: Field Chief Land Surveyor: $107,300; Land Surveyor Manager: $107,254; Land Surveyor, Field Supervisor: $90,190; Land Surveyor Supervisor: $90,156; Field Surveyor III: $77,400.

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Field Surveyor I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Field Surveyor I make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Field Surveyor I in Delaware is $63,700 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $31.

However, a Field Surveyor I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,073
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,200 to $70,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,372

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Field Surveyor I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,700	$5,892	$1,360	$34
Average	$63,700	$5,308	$1,225	$31
25th Percentile	$56,200	$4,683	$1,081	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Field Surveyor I Salaries

A Field Surveyor I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Field Surveyor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Field Surveyor I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Field Surveyor I (2-4 years): $63,666
Field Surveyor III (4-7 years): $78,301
Land Surveyor Crew Chief (7+ years): $91,301
Field Chief Land Surveyor (7+ years): $108,616

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Field Surveyor I	2-4 years	$63,666
Field Surveyor III	4-7 years	$78,301
Land Surveyor Crew Chief	7+ years	$91,301
Field Chief Land Surveyor	7+ years	$108,616

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How Do Field Surveyor I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Field Surveyor Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,700.
California: $69,400.
Massachusetts: $68,500.

District of Columbia $69,700 California $69,400 Massachusetts $68,500 Washington $68,200 New Jersey $68,200 Alaska $68,100 Connecticut $67,200 New York $66,900

Hawaii $65,800 Rhode Island $65,200 Maryland $64,900 Minnesota $64,400 Colorado $64,200 Illinois $64,100 Oregon $63,900 Delaware $63,700

New Hampshire $63,600 Virginia $63,400 Pennsylvania $62,600 Nevada $62,300 North Dakota $62,200 Michigan $62,000 Wisconsin $61,900 Vermont $61,800

Texas $61,400 Ohio $61,300 Maine $61,300 Arizona $61,300 Georgia $60,700 Indiana $60,400 Wyoming $60,300 Utah $60,300

Iowa $60,200 Kansas $59,900 Louisiana $59,800 North Carolina $59,800 Missouri $59,800 Florida $59,500 Montana $59,400 Nebraska $59,300

Kentucky $59,200 South Carolina $59,000 Tennessee $58,800 Idaho $58,700 New Mexico $58,300 Oklahoma $58,200 Alabama $57,800 South Dakota $57,200

Arkansas $56,800 West Virginia $56,700 Mississippi $56,100

Top Paying Cities for Field Surveyor Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $65,900
Little Creek: $65,300
Magnolia: $65,600

Lincoln, DE $65,900 Little Creek, DE $65,300 Magnolia, DE $65,600 Milford, DE $65,900 Marydel, DE $65,100 Millsboro, DE $65,900 Millville, DE $66,400 Milton, DE $65,900

Nassau, DE $65,900 Ocean View, DE $66,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $66,400 Seaford, DE $65,300 Selbyville, DE $66,400 Smyrna, DE $65,000 Viola, DE $65,600 Woodside, DE $65,400

Bear, DE $64,500 Newark, DE $64,600 Claymont, DE $64,600 Delaware City, DE $64,600 Hockessin, DE $64,600 Kirkwood, DE $64,600 Middletown, DE $64,900 Montchanin, DE $64,600

New Castle, DE $64,600 Odessa, DE $65,000 Port Penn, DE $64,400 Rockland, DE $64,600 Saint Georges, DE $64,600 Townsend, DE $64,900 Winterthur, DE $64,600 Lewes, DE $65,900

Wilmington, DE $64,600 Dover, DE $65,300 Dover Afb, DE $65,500 Bethany Beach, DE $66,400 Bethel, DE $65,300 Bridgeville, DE $65,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $65,400 Cheswold, DE $65,100

Clayton, DE $65,000 Dagsboro, DE $66,400 Delmar, DE $65,300 Ellendale, DE $65,900 Felton, DE $65,900 Fenwick Island, DE $66,400 Frankford, DE $66,400 Frederica, DE $65,900

Georgetown, DE $65,900 Greenwood, DE $65,900 Harbeson, DE $65,900 Harrington, DE $65,900 Hartly, DE $65,000 Houston, DE $65,900 Kenton, DE $65,000 Laurel, DE $65,300

Yorklyn, DE $64,600

Field Surveyor I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Field Surveyor I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$56,200

Average $63,700/year

$70,700

$4,683

Average $5,308/month

$5,892

$1,081

Average $1,225/week

$1,360

$27

Average $31/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,700	$5,892	$1,360	$34
Average	$63,700	$5,308	$1,225	$31
25th Percentile	$56,200	$4,683	$1,081	$27

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