How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make in Salem?
$101,400a year
Median yearly pay for cartographer and photogrammetrists in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $48.73 an hour or $8,446 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.73
- Vs. national median
- +25%
- Rank among cities
- 7 of 67
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $71,050Median: $101,400Highest 10%: $119,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $71,050 | $34.16 | |
| 25th | $81,730 | $39.29 | |
| Median | $101,400 | $48.73 | |
| 75th | $110,000 | $52.87 | |
| 90th | $119,100 | $57.26 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for cartographer and photogrammetrists.
| Portland, OR | $93,430 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Electrical Engineer | $125,300 |
| Civil Engineer | $115,500 |
| Electronics Engineer | $114,600 |
| Engineer | $104,400 |
| Surveyor | $102,900 |
| Industrial Engineer | $100,900 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $98,010 |
| Civil Engineering Technologist and Technician | $86,200 |
| Architect | $82,030 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafter | $70,870 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $48.73 ($101,400 a year).
Do cartographer and photogrammetrists make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $101,400 against $81,390 nationally, 25% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $88,240, so Salem pays 15% more.
Where does Salem rank for cartographer and photogrammetrist pay?
7 of 67 metro areas with data.
How much does a cartographer and photogrammetrist make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $71,050 or less a year; the top 10% make $119,100 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.