How much does a surveyor make in Salem?
$102,900a year
Median yearly pay for surveyors in the Salem, OR metro area. That is $49.46 an hour or $8,573 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.46
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 213
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,150Median: $102,900Highest 10%: $140,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,150 | $32.28 | |
| 25th | $79,830 | $38.38 | |
| Median | $102,900 | $49.46 | |
| 75th | $124,100 | $59.68 | |
| 90th | $140,400 | $67.50 |
Other cities in Oregon
Median yearly pay for surveyors.
| Portland, OR | $98,610 |
| Bend, OR | $96,240 |
Related jobs in Salem
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Electrical Engineer | $125,300 |
| Civil Engineer | $115,500 |
| Electronics Engineer | $114,600 |
| Engineer | $104,400 |
| Cartographer and Photogrammetrist | $101,400 |
| 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 surveyor make an hour in Salem?
The median hourly pay in the Salem, OR metro area is $49.46 ($102,900 a year).
Do surveyors make more in Salem than the national average?
Yes: $102,900 against $75,440 nationally, 36% more.
How does Salem compare with the rest of Oregon?
The median in Oregon is $97,070, so Salem pays 6% more.
Where does Salem rank for surveyor pay?
12 of 213 metro areas with data.
How much does a surveyor make starting out in Salem?
The lowest-paid 10% make $67,150 or less a year; the top 10% make $140,400 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.