As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Surveying Engineering in the US is $62,454, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,201 weekly, or $5,205 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Surveying Engineering in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Surveying Engineering in the US vary widely, spanning from $48,887 to $77,153. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($55,353) and 75th percentile ($70,148), while top earners (90th percentile) make $77,153 per year. This $14,795 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Surveying Engineering often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 45 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Surveying Engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $48,887 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $55,353 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $62,454 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $70,148 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $77,153 US August 01, 2026
25% $55,353 10% $48,887 90% $77,153 75% $70,148 $62,454 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Surveying Engineering

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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