Missouri

Land Surveyors in Missouri

205 surveyors 74 counties

Find licensed professional land surveyors across Missouri. Browse by county to see surveyors in your area, with specialties including boundary surveys, elevation certificates, ALTA/NSPS surveys, topographic surveys, and more.

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Use this page as a starting point for finding a local land surveyor. Before hiring, confirm the surveyor's license, scope, timeline, and written price directly with the firm.

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  • Listings must represent private land surveying firms or licensed surveying professionals.
  • Firm websites, public contact details, owner updates, and state license records are reviewed where available.
  • Government departments, equipment suppliers, marine surveyors, home inspectors, and trade associations are excluded.
  • Surveyors can claim, correct, or request removal of a profile at any time.
205 firm profiles
74 county pages
74 with at least one firm
May 16, 2026 last reviewed
Every county page is reviewed for local firms or explicit nearby service coverage.
A listing is not an endorsement. Property owners should confirm current licensing and project fit before booking.

Finding a Land Surveyor in Missouri

Missouri has 205 land surveying firm profiles across 74 counties. The most active markets are Jackson County (23 surveyors), Greene County (15 surveyors), Saint Louis City County (14 surveyors).

Whether you need a boundary survey for a property purchase, an elevation certificate for flood insurance, or an ALTA/NSPS survey for a commercial transaction, start by selecting your county below to see surveyors in your area.

Common survey types offered in Missouri include Boundary Survey, Construction Staking, ALTA/NSPS Survey, Subdivision & Platting, Topographic Survey.

Missouri cost guide

See full pricing breakdowns for every common survey type in Missouri.

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Cost estimates by county in Missouri

Typical residential boundary survey ranges in the most active counties in Missouri. Prices are estimates only and vary by parcel size, terrain, and records research required.

County Surveyors listed Typical boundary survey
Jackson County23$400 to $1,100
Greene County15$350 to $900
Saint Louis City County14$350 to $900
Boone County12$350 to $900
Saint Louis County11$350 to $900

Estimates reflect typical residential boundary survey ranges and assume standard platted lots. Rural acreage, complex parcels, ALTA/NSPS surveys, and elevation certificates are priced separately.

Common questions about land surveys in Missouri

How much does a land survey cost in Missouri?+

Land survey costs in Missouri vary by survey type, parcel size, and location. Most residential boundary surveys range from $500 to $2,000, with rural acreage and complex parcels running higher. Elevation certificates for FEMA flood insurance run $200 to $700. ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial transactions typically start at $2,000. Always request a written estimate from two or three licensed surveyors before booking.

What types of land surveys are most common in Missouri?+

In Missouri, the most common surveys requested by property owners are boundary surveys (locating property lines for fences, additions, or disputes), elevation certificates (for FEMA flood insurance compliance), and ALTA/NSPS surveys (for commercial real estate transactions). Topographic surveys, construction staking, and subdivision plats are also routinely offered.

Do I need a licensed surveyor in Missouri?+

Yes. Missouri requires that any survey establishing property boundaries, used in legal documents, recorded with a county clerk, or accepted by lenders and title companies be performed and stamped by a Professional Land Surveyor licensed in the state. Work performed by unlicensed individuals cannot be recorded or used in legal proceedings.

How do I find a licensed land surveyor in Missouri?+

This directory lists 205 land surveying firms across 74 counties in Missouri. Listings are reviewed against firm websites, owner updates, and state license records where available. Browse by county below to see surveyors in your area. Contact two or three firms for written estimates, ask about their experience with similar projects, and confirm their license with the state board before booking.

When do I need a land survey in Missouri?+

You typically need a survey before installing a fence, building an addition, splitting or combining lots, refinancing in a flood zone, settling a boundary dispute, or buying property where the legal description is unclear. Lenders, title companies, and municipal building departments in Missouri routinely require current survey documentation before closing or issuing permits.

How long does a land survey take in Missouri?+

A typical residential boundary survey in Missouri takes one to four weeks from initial consultation to final plat. Timeline depends on records research, weather, scheduling, and parcel complexity. Complex parcels with unclear deeds, ALTA/NSPS commercial work, or rural acreage with limited monumentation can take longer. Rush service is sometimes available at a higher fee.

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