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Surveying and Mapping Technicians average salary by city in Iowa
- Des Moines$62,280
- Cedar Rapids$61,270
- Iowa City$59,420
- Davenport$58,470
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | $62,280 | $60,040 | $50,940 | $50,467 | 92 |
| Cedar Rapids | $61,270 | $59,520 | $50,340 | $49,694 | 89 |
| Iowa City | $59,420 | $59,350 | $49,630 | $48,278 | 92 |
| Davenport | $58,470 | $57,200 | $47,840 | $47,551 | 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.
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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 17-3031.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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