How Surveyors Are Making $10,000+ Per Month (And You Can Too!)

[@mikestandlee4657]

Don’t tell nobody we make good money. This is our thing.

[@SurveyGuy-j2d]

In construction, I've seen companies charge about $350/hr regular time for 2 man crew and a little more for overtime

[@adamimran9719]

I’m a surveyor from Malaysia. Before lidar we barely reach $5k/months. After we purchase lidar and slam, easily getting $10k - $15k per month.

[@XYZ-Drafting_and_Designs]

Love the videos, Rami. Thanks.

[@RamiTamimi]

I’m glad you like them!

[@anivegmin]

WTF! I'm a self employed land and building surveyor carrying out topo and measured building surveys in the UK. My travel charges are ZERO (unless further than 50 miles from home). Both site and office work is approx $40/hr. Day rate is approx $300. I'm using a Total station and a BLK360 scanner. My quotes are correct because I fairly regularly find out what competitors are quoting. How the hell can I charge $1000/day??? The only way I can explain this is that I'm the slowest surveyor in the world... or it's a completely different scene in the USA? Dunno?

[@RamiTamimi]

The U.S. market for professional surveyors is extremely competitive. These rates reflect those found in the Midwest, but rates in states like California or Texas are often even higher. The shortage of professional surveyors nationwide drives demand, as their expertise is essential for any construction project. Travel costs significantly impact pricing, and for specialized work, the limited pool of qualified professionals further influences costs.

[@anivegmin]

@RamiTamimi Sounds like a different scene to the UK, there must be too many of us over here.

[@timothyalldrin8673]

@@anivegmin Here in California a two man field crew rate ranges from $200-$400/hr depending on the area and type of project.

[@416XYZ]

Are you super busy? do you win most or all of the bids? if so you're under biding

[@anivegmin]

@@416XYZ I'm not super busy. I know that my quotes are correct (ie. they are on average the same as other quotes). It just seems to be a race to the bottom here. Land and measured building surveying in the UK is unregulated, and anyone can set up as a surveyor with basically no qualifications.

[@NN4V]

I agree on your prices! We are the cheapest participants in construction and they still want to cheap out with the surveyors. And also what are a few hundred bucks for property stake out which costs hundreds of thousands of dollars and can save you a lot of problems and arguments.

[@ЯрилоКрижнюк]

В Україні також . Мабуть усюди так так

[@2007gehad]

مشكور ابو الرووم

[@EngrM.sudais]

Thanks sir you made very clear videos. Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@TheAntidiss]

Here in indonesia, land surveying and mapping cost about 0,006$ for rural and 0,012$ for urban area. 😂

[@saeedzaza8660]

Thnx Rami 🤙🏻

[@RamiTamimi]

Glad I could help! 👍

[@mikefoehr235]

10 K A month. Well, I make about $75 K CAD per year. I do love our new GPS a d TOTAL STATION. I like the self measure for HI feature. That is very handy. Leica make hi quality instruments but are pricey.

[@RamiTamimi]

@@mikefoehr235 they definitely pack a lot of great technology into their equipment.

[@engineer560]

Surveyor what is normal salary of Surveyor in usa

[@ChrisDegenhardt2000]

Probably 90k per yr...I'm a cad Drafter and make around 60k

[@RamiTamimi]

Every state is different. For example, states like California tend to pay more than Michigan or Ohio. In my area, survey techs earn between $50K-$70K, while professional surveyors make $80K-$120K.

[@fb8359]

How much can a surveyor earn in us with a high school diploma?

[@RamiTamimi]

@@fb8359 Many states require a college degree in a surveying-related field to become licensed. However, some states have no formal education requirements but instead require 15 to 30 years of experience to qualify for the licensing exam.

[@416XYZ]

Hey, Sharp looking jacket

[@RamiTamimi]

I'm glad you liked the jacket! 😉

[@sknasimali1027]

Nice explanation sir. I am a Land Surveyor, Do you have any job for me, I need a job.

[@Jack-ne8vm]

Pay yourself for the time earning that Survey License.

[@RamiTamimi]

Absolutely, universities charged us $100,000.

[@moonmullins8227]

Rami, as professionals I don't think we should "pimp out" survey prices, as there are many factors involved in pricing. I know you lost your job with GM but "survey pimp" ain't pretty, and You Tube whore is not it either. You make it sound like anybody can go out rent a Total Station and start making a ton of money. We need to remain and enforce our regulations and licensure for the betterment of the profession and to limit unlicensed surveying that does exist. It only causes more lawsuits and cost for the entire society. p.s. I'm a 40+ year professional licensed surveyor.

[@RamiTamimi]

@@moonmullins8227 Thank you for sharing your perspective. I respect your experience, but comments like this discourage new talent from entering the profession. The industry already struggles with a lack of mentorship, and I’m working to inspire and guide the next generation to pursue proper qualifications and licensure. Instead of putting me down, let’s focus on how we can work together to strengthen and grow our profession.

[@TacTicUS223]

its 2025

[@DaveyJfromWI]

I don't think Rami is "pimping out" anything. He is giving people a ballpark idea as to what people can possibly make in the industry. I take no offense to this video and I am a PS with 30+ years working in the midwest.