What are the main factors that influence a Professional Surveyor'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 Professional Surveyor?

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

How does experience change A Professional Surveyor's salary?

A Professional Surveyor's salary grows with experience: a Professional Surveyor (1-3 years)earns $55,932, a Senior Land Surveying Technician (3-5 years)earns $62,341, a Land Surveyor Supervisor (5+ years)earns $92,672, a Land Surveyor Manager (5+ years)earns $110,182,

What are the highest paying states for a Professional Surveyor?

Professional Surveyor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Professional Surveyor roles are District of Columbia $61,714, California $61,480, Massachusetts $60,660. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Professional Surveyor roles make?

Salaries for Professional Surveyor level roles vary by specialization: Chief Land Surveyor: $107,290; Land Surveyor Manager: $107,256; Land Surveyor Supervisor: $90,211; Professional Land Surveyor: $78,670; Professional Land Surveyor III: $77,313.

Professional Surveyor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Professional Surveyor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Professional Surveyor in Delaware is $56,446 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $69,800
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,142 to $63,436
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $44,402

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Professional Surveyor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,436	$5,286	$1,220	$30
Average	$56,446	$4,704	$1,086	$27
25th Percentile	$50,142	$4,179	$964	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Professional Surveyor Salaries

A Professional Surveyor'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 Professional Surveyor 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 Professional Surveyors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,714.
California: $61,480.
Massachusetts: $60,660.

District of Columbia $61,714 California $61,480 Massachusetts $60,660 Washington $60,437 New Jersey $60,415 Alaska $60,337 Connecticut $59,568 New York $59,256

Hawaii $58,258 Rhode Island $57,790 Maryland $57,472 Minnesota $57,037 Colorado $56,870 Illinois $56,814 Oregon $56,602 Delaware $56,446

New Hampshire $56,348 Virginia $56,129 Pennsylvania $55,488 Nevada $55,164 North Dakota $55,058 Michigan $54,891 Wisconsin $54,830 Vermont $54,707

Texas $54,367 Maine $54,345 Arizona $54,312 Ohio $54,273 Georgia $53,760 Indiana $53,503 Wyoming $53,453 Utah $53,375

Iowa $53,342 Kansas $53,074 Louisiana $52,996 North Carolina $52,968 Missouri $52,957 Florida $52,740 Montana $52,623 Nebraska $52,511

Kentucky $52,450 South Carolina $52,227 Tennessee $52,088 Idaho $52,032 New Mexico $51,625 Oklahoma $51,536 Alabama $51,207 South Dakota $50,655

Arkansas $50,354 West Virginia $50,193 Mississippi $49,708

Top Paying Cities for Professional Surveyors

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: $56,192
Little Creek: $56,604
Magnolia: $56,522

Lincoln, DE $56,192 Little Creek, DE $56,604 Magnolia, DE $56,522 Milford, DE $56,335 Marydel, DE $56,427 Millsboro, DE $55,956 Millville, DE $56,043 Milton, DE $56,140

Nassau, DE $56,181 Ocean View, DE $56,033 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,141 Seaford, DE $56,173 Selbyville, DE $55,940 Smyrna, DE $56,643 Viola, DE $56,382 Woodside, DE $56,533

Bear, DE $56,403 Newark, DE $56,382 Claymont, DE $56,497 Delaware City, DE $56,438 Hockessin, DE $56,377 Kirkwood, DE $56,427 Middletown, DE $56,449 Montchanin, DE $56,390

New Castle, DE $56,398 Odessa, DE $56,477 Port Penn, DE $56,515 Rockland, DE $56,395 Saint Georges, DE $56,431 Townsend, DE $56,518 Winterthur, DE $56,402 Lewes, DE $56,162

Wilmington, DE $56,379 Dover, DE $56,604 Dover Afb, DE $56,305 Bethany Beach, DE $55,974 Bethel, DE $56,032 Bridgeville, DE $56,164 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,444 Cheswold, DE $56,585

Clayton, DE $56,587 Dagsboro, DE $55,935 Delmar, DE $55,846 Ellendale, DE $56,015 Felton, DE $56,330 Fenwick Island, DE $55,948 Frankford, DE $55,850 Frederica, DE $56,386

Georgetown, DE $55,914 Greenwood, DE $56,173 Harbeson, DE $55,974 Harrington, DE $56,259 Hartly, DE $56,434 Houston, DE $56,179 Kenton, DE $56,590 Laurel, DE $55,881

Yorklyn, DE $56,393

Professional Surveyor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Professional Surveyor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Professional Surveyor positions in Telecom or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Professional Surveyor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Professional Surveyor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$79,025	$38.0	40%
Pharmaceuticals	$73,380	$35.0	30%
Energy & Utilities	$67,736	$33.0	20%
Financial Services	$64,913	$31.0	15%
Biotechnology	$62,091	$30.0	10%

Professional Surveyor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Professional Surveyor'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

$50,142

Average $56,446/year

$63,436

$4,179

Average $4,704/month

$5,286

$964

Average $1,086/week

$1,220

$24

Average $27/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,436	$5,286	$1,220	$30
Average	$56,446	$4,704	$1,086	$27
25th Percentile	$50,142	$4,179	$964	$24

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