Cartographers and Photogrammetrists
Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes.
About the profession
Research, study, and prepare maps and other spatial data in digital or graphic form for one or more purposes, such as legal, social, political, educational, and design purposes. May work with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). May design and evaluate algorithms, data structures, and user interfaces for GIS and mapping systems. May collect, analyze, and interpret geographic information provided by geodetic surveys, aerial photographs, and satellite data.
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Career Ladder
Junior Cartographers and Photogrammetrist → Associate Cartographers and Photogrammetrist → Senior Cartographers and Photogrammetrist → Lead Cartographers and Photogrammetrist
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Salary Growth
4
Levels
114K
Top Salary
8+
Years
Learning Path
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Timeline: 0-2 | Entry Level Base: $48,660 - $64,880/year With equity/bonuses: $53,526 - $77,856 Top markets (SF/NYC): $55,959 - $77,856 Execute core tasks using Reading…
Skills used in this career
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Day in Life
Junior vs Senior — daily schedule breakdown
9am — Compile data required for map preparation, including aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports, and original maps.
Income Dynamics
Conservative and aggressive scenarios for 10–15 years
Year 1: Entry level $34,062 - $58,392 Year 2-3: Junior level $64,880 - $77,045 Year 4-6: Mid level $77,045 - $83,533 Year 7-10: Senior level $83,533 - $102,186 Year 10+:…
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