What are the main factors that influence a Survey Pilot's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Survey Pilot?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Survey Pilot roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Survey Pilot's salary?

A Survey Pilot's salary grows with experience: a Printed Circuit Board Designer I (0-2 years)earns $75,615, a Survey Pilot (2-4 years)earns $89,921, a Printed Circuit Board Designer III (4-7 years)earns $105,372,

What are the highest paying states for a Survey Pilot?

Survey Pilot salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Survey Pilot roles are District of Columbia $96,786, California $96,419, Massachusetts $95,134. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Survey Pilot roles make?

Salaries for Survey Pilot level roles vary by specialization: Survey Director: $220,625; Aerial Survey Pilot: $128,632; Survey Consultant: $124,327; Survey Manager: $104,919; Survey Supervisor: $88,430.

Survey Pilot Salary in Delaware

How much does a Survey Pilot make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Survey Pilot in Delaware is $88,526 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $43.

However, a Survey Pilot's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $107,113
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,827 to $98,255
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,728

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Survey Pilot Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,255	$8,188	$1,890	$47
Average	$88,526	$7,377	$1,702	$43
25th Percentile	$81,827	$6,819	$1,574	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Survey Pilot Salaries

A Survey Pilot'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 Do Survey Pilot 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 Survey Pilots. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,786.
California: $96,419.
Massachusetts: $95,134.

District of Columbia $96,786 California $96,419 Massachusetts $95,134 Washington $94,785 New Jersey $94,750 Alaska $94,627 Connecticut $93,421 New York $92,931

Hawaii $91,367 Rhode Island $90,632 Maryland $90,134 Minnesota $89,452 Colorado $89,190 Illinois $89,103 Oregon $88,770 Delaware $88,526

New Hampshire $88,372 Virginia $88,027 Pennsylvania $87,022 Nevada $86,515 North Dakota $86,349 Michigan $86,087 Wisconsin $85,991 Vermont $85,798

Texas $85,265 Maine $85,230 Arizona $85,178 Ohio $85,116 Georgia $84,312 Indiana $83,910 Wyoming $83,831 Utah $83,709

Iowa $83,657 Kansas $83,237 Louisiana $83,115 North Carolina $83,071 Missouri $83,053 Florida $82,712 Montana $82,529 Nebraska $82,354

Kentucky $82,258 South Carolina $81,908 Tennessee $81,690 Idaho $81,602 New Mexico $80,964 Oklahoma $80,824 Alabama $80,309 South Dakota $79,443

Arkansas $78,971 West Virginia $78,718 Mississippi $77,957

Top Paying Cities for Survey Pilots

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: $88,127
Little Creek: $88,772
Magnolia: $88,644

Lincoln, DE $88,127 Little Creek, DE $88,772 Magnolia, DE $88,644 Milford, DE $88,351 Marydel, DE $88,496 Millsboro, DE $87,757 Millville, DE $87,893 Milton, DE $88,045

Nassau, DE $88,109 Ocean View, DE $87,878 Rehoboth Beach, DE $88,047 Seaford, DE $88,096 Selbyville, DE $87,732 Smyrna, DE $88,833 Viola, DE $88,424 Woodside, DE $88,662

Bear, DE $88,457 Newark, DE $88,424 Claymont, DE $88,605 Delaware City, DE $88,512 Hockessin, DE $88,416 Kirkwood, DE $88,496 Middletown, DE $88,530 Montchanin, DE $88,436

New Castle, DE $88,450 Odessa, DE $88,574 Port Penn, DE $88,633 Rockland, DE $88,445 Saint Georges, DE $88,502 Townsend, DE $88,638 Winterthur, DE $88,456 Lewes, DE $88,079

Wilmington, DE $88,421 Dover, DE $88,772 Dover Afb, DE $88,304 Bethany Beach, DE $87,785 Bethel, DE $87,876 Bridgeville, DE $88,083 Camden Wyoming, DE $88,522 Cheswold, DE $88,743

Clayton, DE $88,746 Dagsboro, DE $87,724 Delmar, DE $87,583 Ellendale, DE $87,849 Felton, DE $88,344 Fenwick Island, DE $87,743 Frankford, DE $87,590 Frederica, DE $88,431

Georgetown, DE $87,691 Greenwood, DE $88,097 Harbeson, DE $87,784 Harrington, DE $88,232 Hartly, DE $88,506 Houston, DE $88,106 Kenton, DE $88,750 Laurel, DE $87,638

Yorklyn, DE $88,443

Survey Pilot Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Survey Pilot roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Chemicals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Survey Pilot positions in Telecom or MFG Durable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Survey Pilot as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Survey Pilot

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$123,936	$60.0	40%
Chemicals	$115,083	$55.0	30%
Business Services	$97,378	$47.0	10%

Survey Pilot Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Survey Pilot'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$81,827

Average $88,526/year

$98,255

$6,819

Average $7,377/month

$8,188

$1,574

Average $1,702/week

$1,890

$39

Average $43/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,255	$8,188	$1,890	$47
Average	$88,526	$7,377	$1,702	$43
25th Percentile	$81,827	$6,819	$1,574	$39

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