Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in California
Surveying and Mapping Technicians in California earn a median of $78,110 a year, +44% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,110
- vs. U.S. median
- +44% ($54,240)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,340
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,000; the top 10% earn over $119,270. Nationally the range is $37,520 to $81,630.
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Surveying and Mapping Technicians pay in California
How much do surveying and mapping technicians make in California?
The median is $78,110 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,000 and the top 10% earn over $119,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for surveying and mapping technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+44% vs. the national median of $54,240). Living costs are not included.