📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release
Appraiser and Assessor Salary in the United States (2026)
Based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data · Updated 2026 · Medium Demand
Average
$65,460
per year
Median
$59,320
per year
Hourly
$31.47
per hour
Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$39,640
25th Percentile — Junior$54,880
50th Percentile — Median$59,320
75th Percentile — Senior$89,170
90th Percentile — Top Earners$103,068
💡 The top 10% of Appraiser and Assessors earn $103,068 or more per year. Entry-level professionals can expect to start around $39,640, with significant growth over the first 5 years.
Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$57.9k
2021
$59.3k
2022
$60.8k
2023
$62.3k
2024
$63.9k
2025
$65.5k
2026
📈 Appraiser and Assessor salaries have grown 2.5% year-over-year. Since 2020, the average salary has increased by approximately $7,603.
Salary by State
Geographic salary comparison
| State | Avg Salary | vs National | Demand |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | $101,463 | +55.0% | Medium |
| District of Columbia | $99,499 | +52.0% | Medium |
| California | $92,953 | +42.0% | Medium |
| New York | $90,335 | +38.0% | Medium |
| Alaska | $86,407 | +32.0% | Medium |
| Massachusetts | $85,098 | +30.0% | Medium |
| New Jersey | $83,789 | +28.0% | Medium |
| Washington | $81,825 | +25.0% | Medium |
| Connecticut | $79,861 | +22.0% | Medium |
| Maryland | $75,279 | +15.0% | Medium |
| Rhode Island | $75,279 | +15.0% | Medium |
| New Hampshire | $74,624 | +14.0% | Medium |
| Oregon | $73,315 | +12.0% | Medium |
| Colorado | $72,006 | +10.0% | Medium |
| Virginia | $72,006 | +10.0% | Medium |
| Vermont | $70,697 | +8.0% | Medium |
| Delaware | $68,733 | +5.0% | Medium |
| Illinois | $68,733 | +5.0% | Medium |
| Maine | $66,769 | +2.0% | Medium |
| Nevada | $66,769 | +2.0% | Medium |
| Minnesota | $65,460 | +0.0% | Medium |
| Utah | $65,460 | +0.0% | Medium |
| Arizona | $64,805 | -1.0% | Medium |
| Pennsylvania | $64,805 | -1.0% | Medium |
| Florida | $64,151 | -2.0% | Medium |
| Montana | $62,187 | -5.0% | Medium |
| Texas | $62,187 | -5.0% | Medium |
| Georgia | $60,878 | -7.0% | Medium |
| Idaho | $60,878 | -7.0% | Medium |
| Wyoming | $60,878 | -7.0% | Medium |
| North Dakota | $60,223 | -8.0% | Medium |
| Wisconsin | $60,223 | -8.0% | Medium |
| North Carolina | $59,569 | -9.0% | Medium |
| Michigan | $58,914 | -10.0% | Medium |
| Louisiana | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| Nebraska | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| New Mexico | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| Ohio | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| South Carolina | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| Tennessee | $57,605 | -12.0% | Medium |
| Alabama | $56,950 | -13.0% | Medium |
| Missouri | $56,950 | -13.0% | Medium |
| South Dakota | $56,950 | -13.0% | Medium |
| Iowa | $56,296 | -14.0% | Medium |
| Indiana | $55,641 | -15.0% | Medium |
| Kansas | $55,641 | -15.0% | Medium |
| Oklahoma | $54,986 | -16.0% | Medium |
| Arkansas | $54,332 | -17.0% | Medium |
| Kentucky | $54,332 | -17.0% | Medium |
| Mississippi | $52,368 | -20.0% | Medium |
| West Virginia | $51,059 | -22.0% | Medium |
What Factors Affect Appraiser and Assessor Salary?
Key factors affecting compensation
A Appraiser and Assessor's salary is influenced by several key factors including geographic location, years of experience, employer type, and educational background. States with higher costs of living — such as California, New York, and Washington — typically offer 20–40% higher salaries than the national average to compensate for living expenses.
Experience plays a major role in compensation. Entry-level Appraiser and Assessors typically earn $39,640–$54,880 per year, while senior professionals with 10+ years of experience can command $89,170–$103,068 annually. Specialization and advanced certifications can further boost earning potential.
Employer size also matters. Large corporations and government agencies tend to offer more competitive packages including benefits, retirement plans, and bonuses. The Appraiser and Assessor role currently has medium demand in the job market with a 2.5% growth rate, making it one of the steadily growing careers in the Finance sector.
🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
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What is the average salary for a Appraiser and Assessor?The average salary for a Appraiser and Assessor in the United States is $65,460 per year, with a median of $59,320.
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What is the starting salary for a Appraiser and Assessor?Entry-level Appraiser and Assessors typically earn between $39,640 and $54,880 per year depending on location and employer.
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What state pays Appraiser and Assessors the most?California, New York, and Washington typically pay Appraiser and Assessors the highest salaries due to high cost of living and strong job markets.
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How much does a Appraiser and Assessor make per hour?Based on the average annual salary of $65,460, a Appraiser and Assessor earns approximately $31.47 per hour (based on 2,080 working hours/year).
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Is Appraiser and Assessor a good career in 2026?Yes — the Appraiser and Assessor role has medium demand with 2.5% year-over-year salary growth, indicating a strong and growing career path.
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