Construction & Real Estate Springfield, IL Pop. 114,394

Surveyor Salary in Springfield, Illinois

The median surveyor salary in Springfield, IL is $55,752 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 10.5% below the Illinois state average.

City Median
$55,752
vs State Avg
$-6,559
vs National
$-9,838
Cost of Living
85%

Surveyor Salary in Springfield by Experience

In Springfield, an entry-level surveyor earns around $35,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$35,700
$-6,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$56,950
$-10,050 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$85,000
$-15,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Springfield, IL

Percentile Springfield
10th Percentile $34,000
25th Percentile $44,200
Median (50th) $55,752
75th Percentile $73,100
90th Percentile $90,100

Surveyor Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$70,837
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$70,181
Pop. 2,693,976
Aurora, IL
$62,311
Pop. 197,757
Rockford, IL
$53,784
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Surveyor in Springfield

Education

Most surveyor positions require a bachelor's degree. Springfield and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Surveying EquipmentGPS/GISCADMathematicsLegal BoundariesField Work

Job Outlook

Nationally, surveyor employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Springfield may vary based on local industry and population growth.