As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Surveying Engineering in Los Angeles, CA is $68,992, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,327 weekly, or $5,749 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 Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $54,006 to $85,226. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,148) and 75th percentile ($77,490), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,226 per year. This $16,342 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, Los Angeles Surveying Engineering often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 69 statewide for Surveying Engineering job salary. 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 $54,006 Los Angeles, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $61,148 Los Angeles, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $68,992 Los Angeles, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $77,490 Los Angeles, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Surveying Engineering Salary $85,226 Los Angeles, CA May 01, 2026
25% $61,148 10% $54,006 90% $85,226 75% $77,490 $68,992 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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