Land Survey Costs in Daviess County, Kentucky
Daviess County is home to Owensboro, the third-largest city in Kentucky and the economic hub of west-central Kentucky. The county's nine licensed surveying firms serve a market that includes urban Owensboro, suburban communities like Whitesville and Utica, and rural agricultural land along the Ohio River valley.
Boundary surveys for residential properties in Daviess County typically cost $450 to $850. Flat terrain through much of the county helps keep field time manageable, though larger parcels and flood zone research add to total costs.
Survey Costs by Type in Daviess County
| Survey Type | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Boundary Survey | $450 to $850 |
| ALTA/NSPS Survey | $1,600 to $4,000 |
| Elevation Certificate | $225 to $475 |
| Topographic Survey | $550 to $1,800 |
| Construction Staking | $350 to $1,000 |
What Affects Survey Costs in Daviess County
Ohio River Floodplain
The Ohio River runs along Daviess County's northern edge, and Owensboro's downtown is protected by a FEMA-accredited floodwall. However, areas outside the floodwall protection, particularly along lower-lying river tributaries like Yellow Creek and Green River bottomland, may fall in FEMA flood zones. Properties in these areas require elevation certificates for flood insurance and sometimes for building permits.
Rural Agricultural Land
Daviess County has significant agricultural acreage, particularly in its southern and eastern portions. Farm surveys for boundary confirmation, subdivision of larger tracts, or estate planning purposes require more field time than typical urban work and cost proportionally more.
Owensboro Urban Core
Owensboro's older downtown neighborhoods and subdivisions have title chains going back to the early 1800s. Records research on these properties is more involved than on newer developments, which can add to total cost for surveys in older parts of the city.
Find a Surveyor in Daviess County
Our Daviess County land surveyor directory lists 9 licensed firms from KBPELS records. Get quotes from at least two firms and ask about experience with your specific property type, whether urban residential, rural farmland, or flood zone work.