How much does a surveying and mapping technician make in Sacramento?
Median yearly pay for surveying and mapping technicians in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area. That is $39.00 an hour or $6,760 a month.
- Hourly
- $39.00
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 222
- Jobs in the area
- 250
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,340 | $23.24 | |
| 25th | $61,460 | $29.55 | |
| Median | $81,120 | $39.00 | |
| 75th | $107,600 | $51.72 | |
| 90th | $118,300 | $56.86 |
Other cities in California
Median yearly pay for surveying and mapping technicians.
| Los Angeles, CA | $92,700 |
| San Francisco, CA | $84,360 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $79,450 |
| San Diego, CA | $78,110 |
| San Jose, CA | $76,560 |
| Riverside, CA | $72,230 |
| Santa Maria, CA | $71,940 |
| Modesto, CA | $64,890 |
| Oxnard, CA | $64,720 |
| Fresno, CA | $61,720 |
| Bakersfield, CA | $61,090 |
Related jobs in Sacramento
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Mining and Geological Engineer | $166,800 |
| Petroleum Engineer | $166,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $142,500 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $137,500 |
| Electrical Engineer | $136,200 |
| Environmental Engineer | $133,200 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $132,200 |
| Cartographer and Photogrammetrist | $130,800 |
| Civil Engineer | $130,200 |
| Materials Engineer | $130,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surveying and mapping technician make an hour in Sacramento?
The median hourly pay in the Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro area is $39.00 ($81,120 a year).
Do surveying and mapping technicians make more in Sacramento than the national average?
Yes: $81,120 against $54,240 nationally, 50% more.
How does Sacramento compare with the rest of California?
The median in California is $78,110, so Sacramento pays 4% more.
Where does Sacramento rank for surveying and mapping technician pay?
4 of 222 metro areas with data.
How much does a surveying and mapping technician make starting out in Sacramento?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $118,300 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.