About
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.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$76.2k
Annual median Salary
Education
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
36%
Post-secondary certificate
30%
Bachelor's degree
11%
Some college, no degree
Careers
Typical Job Titles
Cartographer
Photogrammetric Technician
Photogrammetrist
Stereo Compiler