Cartographers and Photogrammetrists vs. Civil Engineers: Who Earns More?
Civil Engineerss out-earn Cartographers and Photogrammetristss by $19K a year at the national median, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Cartographers and Photogrammetristss land at $81,390 and Civil Engineerss at $100,840. The education gap is real: cartographers and photogrammetrist programs typically require bachelor's degree, while civil engineer programs require bachelor's degree. Top-paying state for Cartographers and Photogrammetristss is California ($102,780); for Civil Engineerss it's California ($122,500).
Pay by state
States where both occupations have BLS data, sorted by Cartographers and Photogrammetrists median pay.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025. Highlighted value is higher in each row.
Common questions
Who earns more, Cartographers and Photogrammetristss or Civil Engineerss?
Civil Engineerss earn more nationally. The median is $81,390 for Cartographers and Photogrammetristss versus $100,840 for Civil Engineerss, a difference of $19K. Per BLS OEWS May 2025.
Which has better job growth, Cartographers and Photogrammetrists or Civil Engineers?
BLS Employment Projections data is not available for one or both occupations. Check the individual career pages for current outlook figures.
Which requires more education, Cartographers and Photogrammetrists or Civil Engineers?
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists typically requires bachelor's degree. Civil Engineers requires bachelor's degree. Education requirements vary by employer and state licensing board.
Where do Cartographers and Photogrammetristss get paid the most?
California is the top-paying state for Cartographers and Photogrammetristss at $102,780/year, per BLS OEWS May 2025. Major metro areas within that state typically pay even more than the state average.
How does Cartographers and Photogrammetrists vs. Civil Engineers pay differ by state?
The gap varies significantly by state. In California, Cartographers and Photogrammetristss earn $102,780 vs. $122,500 for Civil Engineerss. See the state comparison table on this page for the full picture.