How much does a surveying and mapping technician make in Iowa?
$58,950a year
Median yearly pay for surveying and mapping technicians in Iowa. That is $28.34 an hour or $4,913 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.34
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,840Median: $58,950Highest 10%: $77,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,840 | $23.00 | |
| 25th | $49,920 | $24.00 | |
| Median | $58,950 | $28.34 | |
| 75th | $63,310 | $30.44 | |
| 90th | $77,530 | $37.27 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Des Moines, IA | $60,040 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $59,520 |
| Iowa City, IA | $59,350 |
| Davenport, IA | $57,200 |
| Omaha, NE | $48,550 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surveying and mapping technicians.
| 10. Rhode Island | $60,320 |
| 11. Utah | $59,600 |
| 12. Wisconsin | $59,080 |
| 13. Iowa | $58,950 |
| 14. Connecticut | $58,900 |
| 15. Nevada | $58,790 |
| 16. Massachusetts | $58,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surveying and mapping technician make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $28.34 ($58,950 a year).
Do surveying and mapping technicians make more in Iowa than the national average?
Yes: $58,950 against $54,240 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Iowa rank for surveying and mapping technician pay?
Iowa ranks 13 of 50 states.
Which city in Iowa pays surveying and mapping technicians the most?
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA, with a median of $60,040 a year.
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.