How much does a surveyor make in Sioux Falls?
$81,030a year
Median yearly pay for surveyors in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN metro area. That is $38.96 an hour or $6,753 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.96
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 213
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $58,970Median: $81,030Highest 10%: $122,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $58,970 | $28.35 | |
| 25th | $74,920 | $36.02 | |
| Median | $81,030 | $38.96 | |
| 75th | $102,600 | $49.32 | |
| 90th | $122,600 | $58.92 |
Other cities in South Dakota
Median yearly pay for surveyors.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Sioux Falls
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Architect | $104,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $99,720 |
| Civil Engineer | $99,700 |
| Electrical Engineer | $98,980 |
| Industrial Engineer | $97,730 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $85,740 |
| Electronics Engineer | $84,540 |
| Landscape Architect | $70,620 |
| Civil Engineering Technologist and Technician | $64,740 |
| Architectural and Civil Drafter | $58,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surveyor make an hour in Sioux Falls?
The median hourly pay in the Sioux Falls, SD-MN metro area is $38.96 ($81,030 a year).
Do surveyors make more in Sioux Falls than the national average?
Yes: $81,030 against $75,440 nationally, 7% more.
How does Sioux Falls compare with the rest of South Dakota?
The median in South Dakota is $77,190, so Sioux Falls pays 5% more.
Where does Sioux Falls rank for surveyor pay?
49 of 213 metro areas with data.
How much does a surveyor make starting out in Sioux Falls?
The lowest-paid 10% make $58,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $122,600 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.