Surveying and Mapping Technicians

Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.

What a Surveying and Mapping Technicians does

You'll assist surveyors in measuring land, creating maps, and gathering data for construction, real estate, and infrastructure projects. Your work uses GPS technology and field measurements to establish property boundaries and document terrain.

Education & path

The typical entry point is a associate degree. About 2 years.

Estimated cost of that path: ~$7,500. Estimated payback: ~1 year. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.

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