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Surveyors average salary by city in Michigan
- Grand Rapids$77,930
- Lansing$75,140
- Detroit$70,650
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | $77,930 | $76,130 | $61,290 | $59,506 | 96 |
| Lansing | $75,140 | $74,200 | $60,860 | $58,051 | 95 |
| Detroit | $70,650 | $72,420 | $61,160 | $54,220 | 100 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Grand Rapids's local income tax (1.5%). Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Surveyors salary in other states
More about pay in Michigan
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.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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