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Surveyors average salary by city in Iowa
- Davenport$101,030
- Des Moines$90,670
- Cedar Rapids$87,360
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport | $101,030 | $99,030 | $76,010 | $76,677 | 89 |
| Des Moines | $90,670 | $78,860 | $71,750 | $69,783 | 92 |
| Cedar Rapids | $87,360 | $76,190 | $65,460 | $67,580 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Iowa school district surtaxes (a percentage of state tax in some districts) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Surveyors salary in other states
More about pay in Iowa
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-1022.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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