Surveying and Mapping Technicians Salary in Iowa
Surveying and Mapping Technicians in Iowa earn a median of $58,950 a year, +9% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $58,950
- vs. U.S. median
- +9% ($54,240)
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,840; the top 10% earn over $77,530. Nationally the range is $37,520 to $81,630.
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Surveying and Mapping Technicians pay in Iowa
How much do surveying and mapping technicians make in Iowa?
The median is $58,950 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,840 and the top 10% earn over $77,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for surveying and mapping technicians?
On pay alone it ranks 13 of 50 (+9% vs. the national median of $54,240). Living costs are not included.