Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Illinois
Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $57,470 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,470
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($54,240)
- Rank among states
- 20 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,110
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,560; the top 10% earn over $81,440. Nationally the range is $37,520 to $81,630.
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Surveying and Mapping Technicians pay in Illinois
How much do surveying and mapping technicians make in Illinois?
The median is $57,470 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $42,560 and the top 10% earn over $81,440. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for surveying and mapping technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 20 of 50 (+6% vs. the national median of $54,240). Living costs are not included.