Surveyors pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin
In Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL), the median pay for surveyors is $38.49 an hour ($80,060 a year). About 1,140 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($75,440). It is 5% higher than the Illinois median ($75,980).
Pay range for surveyors in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.07 | $45,910 |
| 25% of workers | $28.53 | $59,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.49 | $80,060 |
| 75% of workers | $49.44 | $102,830 |
| 90% of workers | $60.87 | $126,620 |
Surveyors pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (this page) | $80,060 | 1,140 |
| Springfield | $78,460 | 40 |
| Peoria | $71,350 | 40 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surveyors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin (IL)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $81,790 |
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