What are the main factors that influence a Computer Aided Design Technician I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Computer Aided Design Technician I?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for Computer Aided Design Technician I roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Computer Aided Design Technician 's salary?

A Computer Aided Design Technician 's salary grows with experience: a Computer Aided Design Technician I (0-1 years)earns $53,351, a Computer Aided Design Technician II (1-3 years)earns $58,724, a Computer Aided Design Technician III (3-5 years)earns $71,198, a Computer Aided Design Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $78,828, a Computer Aided Design Supervisor (7+ years)earns $95,044,

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Aided Design Technician I?

Computer Aided Design Technician I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Aided Design Technician I roles are District of Columbia $58,400, California $58,200, Massachusetts $57,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Aided Design Technician roles make?

Salaries for Computer Aided Design Technician level roles vary by specialization: Computer Aided Design Manager: $127,400; Computer Aided Design Engineer: $100,078; Computer Aided Design Supervisor: $93,900; Computer Aided Design Technician IV: $77,900; Computer Aided Design Technician III: $70,400.

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Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Aided Design Technician I make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Aided Design Technician I in Delaware is $53,400 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Computer Aided Design Technician I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,907
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,300 to $58,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,567

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Computer Aided Design Technician I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,900	$4,908	$1,133	$28
Average	$53,400	$4,450	$1,027	$26
25th Percentile	$49,300	$4,108	$948	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Aided Design Technician I Salaries

A Computer Aided Design Technician I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Computer Aided Design Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer Aided Design Technician I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Computer Aided Design Technician I (0-1 years): $53,351
Computer Aided Design Technician II (1-3 years): $58,724
Computer Aided Design Technician III (3-5 years): $71,198
Computer Aided Design Technician IV (5-7 years): $78,828
Computer Aided Design Supervisor (7+ years): $95,044

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Computer Aided Design Technician I	0-1 years	$53,351
Computer Aided Design Technician II	1-3 years	$58,724
Computer Aided Design Technician III	3-5 years	$71,198
Computer Aided Design Technician IV	5-7 years	$78,828
Computer Aided Design Supervisor	7+ years	$95,044

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How Do Computer Aided Design Technician I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Computer Aided Design Technician Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,400.
California: $58,200.
Massachusetts: $57,400.

District of Columbia $58,400 California $58,200 Massachusetts $57,400 Washington $57,200 New Jersey $57,200 Alaska $57,100 Connecticut $56,400 New York $56,100

Hawaii $55,100 Rhode Island $54,700 Maryland $54,400 Minnesota $54,000 Colorado $53,800 Illinois $53,700 Oregon $53,500 Delaware $53,400

New Hampshire $53,300 Virginia $53,100 Pennsylvania $52,500 Nevada $52,200 North Dakota $52,100 Michigan $51,900 Wisconsin $51,900 Vermont $51,800

Arizona $51,400 Maine $51,400 Texas $51,400 Ohio $51,300 Georgia $50,900 Indiana $50,600 Wyoming $50,600 Utah $50,500

Iowa $50,500 Kansas $50,200 Louisiana $50,100 North Carolina $50,100 Missouri $50,100 Florida $49,900 Montana $49,800 Nebraska $49,700

Kentucky $49,600 South Carolina $49,400 Tennessee $49,300 Idaho $49,200 New Mexico $48,800 Oklahoma $48,800 Alabama $48,400 South Dakota $47,900

Arkansas $47,600 West Virginia $47,500 Mississippi $47,000

Top Paying Cities for Computer Aided Design Technician Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $53,200
Little Creek: $53,500
Magnolia: $53,500

Lincoln, DE $53,200 Little Creek, DE $53,500 Magnolia, DE $53,500 Milford, DE $53,300 Marydel, DE $53,400 Millsboro, DE $52,900 Millville, DE $53,000 Milton, DE $53,100

Nassau, DE $53,100 Ocean View, DE $53,000 Rehoboth Beach, DE $53,100 Seaford, DE $53,100 Selbyville, DE $52,900 Smyrna, DE $53,600 Viola, DE $53,300 Woodside, DE $53,500

Bear, DE $53,400 Newark, DE $53,300 Claymont, DE $53,400 Delaware City, DE $53,400 Hockessin, DE $53,300 Kirkwood, DE $53,400 Middletown, DE $53,400 Montchanin, DE $53,300

New Castle, DE $53,400 Odessa, DE $53,400 Port Penn, DE $53,500 Rockland, DE $53,400 Saint Georges, DE $53,400 Townsend, DE $53,500 Winterthur, DE $53,400 Lewes, DE $53,100

Wilmington, DE $53,300 Dover, DE $53,500 Dover Afb, DE $53,300 Bethany Beach, DE $53,000 Bethel, DE $53,000 Bridgeville, DE $53,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $53,400 Cheswold, DE $53,500

Clayton, DE $53,500 Dagsboro, DE $52,900 Delmar, DE $52,800 Ellendale, DE $53,000 Felton, DE $53,300 Fenwick Island, DE $52,900 Frankford, DE $52,800 Frederica, DE $53,300

Georgetown, DE $52,900 Greenwood, DE $53,100 Harbeson, DE $53,000 Harrington, DE $53,200 Hartly, DE $53,400 Houston, DE $53,100 Kenton, DE $53,500 Laurel, DE $52,900

Yorklyn, DE $53,400

Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Computer Aided Design Technician I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $59,727. While startup companies pay approximate $50,512.

Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$50,512
Growth Stage	51~500	$53,424
Established	501~5000	$57,678
Enterprise	5000+	$59,727

Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Computer Aided Design Technician I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Computer Aided Design Technician positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Computer Aided Design Technician I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Computer Aided Design Technician I

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$64,080	$31.0	20%
Software & Networking	$59,808	$29.0	12%
Biotechnology	$58,740	$28.0	10%
Financial Services	$58,740	$28.0	10%
Healthcare	$58,740	$28.0	10%

Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Computer Aided Design Technician I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$49,300

Average $53,400/year

$58,900

$4,108

Average $4,450/month

$4,908

$948

Average $1,027/week

$1,133

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$58,900	$4,908	$1,133	$28
Average	$53,400	$4,450	$1,027	$26
25th Percentile	$49,300	$4,108	$948	$24

Computer Aided Design Technician I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Computer Aided Design Technician I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Computer Aided Design Technician II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $58,800 - a projected growth of 10% over your current level.

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