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Computer Aided Design Technician III Salary in Pennsylvania

How much does a Computer Aided Design Technician III make in Pennsylvania?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Aided Design Technician III in Pennsylvania is $70,000 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,633
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,800 to $80,800
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $58,155
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Computer Aided Design Technician III Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $80,800 $6,733 $1,554 $39
Average $70,000 $5,833 $1,346 $34
25th Percentile $63,800 $5,317 $1,227 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Computer Aided Design Technician III Salaries

A Computer Aided Design Technician III'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 III'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): $52,446
  • Computer Aided Design Technician II (1-3 years): $57,725
  • Computer Aided Design Technician III (3-5 years): $69,990
  • Computer Aided Design Technician IV (5-7 years): $77,488
  • Computer Aided Design Supervisor (7+ years): $93,432
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Computer Aided Design Technician I0-1 years$52,446
Computer Aided Design Technician II1-3 years$57,725
Computer Aided Design Technician III3-5 years$69,990
Computer Aided Design Technician IV5-7 years$77,488
Computer Aided Design Supervisor7+ years$93,432
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Top Paying Cities for Computer Aided Design Technician IIIs

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:

  • Beaver Meadows: $67,700
  • Coaldale: $68,200
  • Conyngham: $67,100

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

Computer Aided Design Technician III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $78,361. While startup companies pay approximate $66,292.

Computer Aided Design Technician III Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$66,292
Growth Stage51~500$70,111
Established501~5000$75,671
Enterprise5000+$78,361

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

For Computer Aided Design Technician III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 120% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Retail & Wholesale and Construction sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Computer Aided Design Technician positions in Software & Networking or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Computer Aided Design Technician III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Computer Aided Design Technician III

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Retail & Wholesale$112,000$54.060%
Construction$105,000$50.050%
Energy & Utilities$98,000$47.040%
Insurance$94,500$45.035%
Aerospace & Defense$91,000$44.030%

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

Understanding how a Computer Aided Design Technician III'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Computer Aided Design Technician III Salary Growth & Career Path

For a Computer Aided Design Technician III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Computer Aided Design Technician IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $77,500 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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