Surveyors

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Occupation Description

Surveyors gather exact measurements and determine property lines and relevant data to the shape, contour, elevation, location, gravitation, or dimension of a land, or land features on or near the surface of the planet to assist map creation, mining, engineering, and evaluation of land, construction and numerous other uses.

Estimated Income

All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)
Lower End
Middle
Upper End
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
All financial data provided by Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Total Employees In 2010

40190

Job Openings By 2025

24200

Growth Rate

25.4%

Required Education

Bachelor's degree
Specific Programs:
Bachelors of Science in Land Surveying
Bachelors in Environmental Engineering

Required Work Experience

None

Based on national data, not school-specific information. Conditions in your area may vary

National long-term projections may not reflect local and/or short term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth