Occupation ยท SOC 17-3031
Surveying and Mapping Technicians: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of surveying and mapping technicians can typically be done from home. The score of 50% means only part of the detailed job titles in this group were judged teleworkable. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 56,720 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $51,940 ($24.97 an hour).
US employment
56,720
Median annual wage
$51,940
Mean annual wage
$56,890
Median hourly wage
$24.97
Education and training
Typical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Job zone
3
Medium preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Nevada$75,660
- Alaska$73,320
- District of Columbia$72,230
- California$71,860
- Minnesota$66,080
Top 5 after cost of living
- Nevada$75,680
- Alaska$71,630
- Minnesota$67,000
- Wyoming$66,660
- District of Columbia$65,720
Step up: related remote jobs that pay more
| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartographers and Photogrammetrists | $78,380 | $26,440 (+50.9%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Surveyors | $72,740 | $20,800 (+40.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Architectural and Civil Drafters | $64,280 | $12,340 (+23.8%) | 3 | Associate's degree |
| Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $64,200 | $12,260 (+23.6%) | 3 | Associate's degree |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $60,130 | $8,190 (+15.8%) | 4 | Associate's degree |
| Physical Scientists, All Other | $117,960 | $66,020 (+127.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. Texas7,810
- 2. Florida4,900
- 3. North Carolina4,510
- 4. California3,670
- 5. Colorado2,440
- 6. Virginia2,170
- 7. New York1,900
- 8. Pennsylvania1,560
- 9. Ohio1,380
- 10. Georgia1,350
States that pay the most
- 1. Nevada$75,660
- 2. Alaska$73,320
- 3. District of Columbia$72,230
- 4. California$71,860
- 5. Minnesota$66,080
- 6. Maryland$64,460
- 7. Wyoming$61,790
- 8. Washington$61,660
- 9. New Jersey$61,170
- 10. Connecticut$60,150
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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