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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Cartographers and Photogrammetrists salary in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$91,500
Mean annual$92,440
Range (10th to 90th)$64,570 to $132,220
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma employment40
State vs national+12.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Oklahoma City cartographers and photogrammetrists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$64,57025TH$69,770MEDIAN$91,50075TH$104,17090TH$132,220

The middle 50% of workers earn between $69,770 and $104,170, with a median of $91,500.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Geography

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Computers and Electronics

    Knowledge

    4.2 / 5
  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5
  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Near Vision

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    3.9 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    3.6 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    3.5 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Compile data required for map preparation, including aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.

  2. 02

    Delineate aerial photographic detail, such as control points, hydrography, topography, and cultural features, using precision stereoplotting apparatus or drafting instruments.

  3. 03

    Prepare and alter trace maps, charts, tables, detailed drawings, and three-dimensional optical models of terrain using stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment.

  4. 04

    Study legal records to establish boundaries of local, national, and international properties.

  5. 05

    Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.

  6. 06

    Revise existing maps and charts, making all necessary corrections and adjustments.

  7. 07

    Identify, scale, and orient geodetic points, elevations, and other planimetric or topographic features, applying standard mathematical formulas.

  8. 08

    Collect information about specific features of the Earth, using aerial photography and other digital remote sensing techniques.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area is $91,500.
Does Oklahoma City pay more than the Oklahoma state average for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists?
The Oklahoma City metro median is +5.9% versus the Oklahoma state median of $86,410.
How does Oklahoma City compare to the national median for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists?
The Oklahoma City metro median is +12.1% versus the BLS national figure of $81,636.
What is the salary range for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists in Oklahoma City?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $64,570 and the 90th-percentile at $132,220 for the Oklahoma City metro area.
What education is required for Cartographers and Photogrammetrists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Oklahoma City CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.