Construction & Real Estate Santa Fe, NM Pop. 87,505

Surveyor Salary in Santa Fe, New Mexico

The median surveyor salary in Santa Fe, NM is $72,149 per year, which is 10.0% above the national median and 18.3% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$72,149
vs State Avg
+$11,150
vs National
+$6,559
Cost of Living
110%

Surveyor Salary in Santa Fe by Experience

In Santa Fe, an entry-level surveyor earns around $46,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $110,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 110% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$46,200
+$4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$73,700
+$6,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$110,000
+$10,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Santa Fe, NM

Percentile Santa Fe
10th Percentile $44,000
25th Percentile $57,200
Median (50th) $72,149
75th Percentile $94,600
90th Percentile $116,600

Surveyor Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Albuquerque, NM
$62,311
Pop. 564,559
Rio Rancho, NM
$60,343
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$57,719
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$53,784
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Surveyor in Santa Fe

Education

Most surveyor positions require a bachelor's degree. Santa Fe and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Santa Fe may vary based on local industry and population growth.