Income for assessors is influenced by their location and employer; their salaries generally increase as the population of their jurisdiction increases. For example, those working in large counties, such as Los Angeles County, may make up to $100,000 or more annually. Appraisers employed in the private sector tend to earn higher incomes than those in the public sector.

The average fee for appraisal of a standard residential property is about $350, but fees can range from $75 for a re-inspection of new construction or repairs to $600 for inspection of a small residential income property.

Real estate assessors and appraisers earned a median salary of $61,870 in May 2018, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The lowest paid 10 percent earned $29,690 or less per year on average, while the highest paid earned $102,590 or more. Appraisers and assessors who worked in the credit intermediation and related activities industry earned median salaries of $76,670, while those who worked in real estate earned about $65,050 per year. In July 2019, Salary.com reported the median salary for appraisers in residential real estate was $53,673.

Earnings at any level are enhanced by higher education and professional designations. Fringe benefits for both public and private employees usually include paid vacations and health insurance.

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