What are the main factors that influence an Autocad Draftsman's salary?

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

How does experience change An Autocad Draftsman's salary?

An Autocad Draftsman's salary grows with experience: a CAD Drafter I (0-2 years)earns $67,013, a CAD Drafter II (2-4 years)earns $76,295, a Autocad Draftsman (4-7 years)earns $92,379, a CAD Drafter IV (7+ years)earns $119,398, a CAD Drafter V (7-10 years)earns $139,896,

What are the highest paying states for an Autocad Draftsman?

Autocad Draftsman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Autocad Draftsman roles are District of Columbia $96,637, California $96,271, Massachusetts $94,988. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Autocad Draftsman roles make?

Salaries for Autocad Draftsman level roles vary by specialization: AutoCAD Engineer: $136,241; Autocad Specialist: $118,192; Senior Draftsman: $94,533; Design Draftsman: $93,468; Autocad Detailer: $91,445.

Autocad Draftsman Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Autocad Draftsman make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Autocad Draftsman in Rhode Island is $90,493 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

However, an Autocad Draftsman's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,942
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,440 to $98,056
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,198

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Autocad Draftsman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,056	$8,171	$1,886	$47
Average	$90,493	$7,541	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$81,440	$6,787	$1,566	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Autocad Draftsman Salaries

An Autocad Draftsman'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 Autocad Draftsman Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Autocad Draftsman'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $67,013
Early Career (1-2 years): $76,295
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,379
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $119,398
Expert (over 8 years): $139,896

Levels	Salary
CAD Draft... Level Autocad Draftsman	$67,013
CAD Draft... Level Autocad Draftsman	$76,295
Autocad D... Level Autocad Draftsman	$92,379
CAD Draft... Level Autocad Draftsman	$119,398
CAD Draft... Level Autocad Draftsman	$139,896

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How Do Autocad Draftsman 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 Autocad Draftsmans. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $96,637.
California: $96,271.
Massachusetts: $94,988.

District of Columbia $96,637 California $96,271 Massachusetts $94,988 Washington $94,639 New Jersey $94,604 Alaska $94,481 Connecticut $93,277 New York $92,788

Hawaii $91,226 Rhode Island $90,493 Maryland $89,995 Minnesota $89,314 Colorado $89,053 Illinois $88,965 Oregon $88,634 Delaware $88,389

New Hampshire $88,236 Virginia $87,892 Pennsylvania $86,888 Nevada $86,382 North Dakota $86,216 Michigan $85,954 Wisconsin $85,858 Vermont $85,666

Texas $85,134 Maine $85,099 Arizona $85,046 Ohio $84,985 Georgia $84,182 Indiana $83,781 Wyoming $83,702 Utah $83,580

Iowa $83,528 Kansas $83,109 Louisiana $82,987 North Carolina $82,943 Missouri $82,925 Florida $82,585 Montana $82,402 Nebraska $82,227

Kentucky $82,131 South Carolina $81,782 Tennessee $81,564 Idaho $81,477 New Mexico $80,839 Oklahoma $80,700 Alabama $80,185 South Dakota $79,321

Arkansas $78,849 West Virginia $78,596 Mississippi $77,837

Top Paying Cities for Autocad Draftsmans

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:

Adamsville: $91,624
Albion: $90,850
Ashaway: $91,450

Adamsville, RI $91,624 Albion, RI $90,850 Ashaway, RI $91,450 Barrington, RI $90,611 Block Island, RI $91,115 Bradford, RI $91,395 Bristol, RI $90,960 Carolina, RI $91,244

Charlestown, RI $91,277 Chepachet, RI $91,096 Clayville, RI $90,842 Coventry, RI $90,846 West Greenwich, RI $91,097 East Greenwich, RI $90,785 Exeter, RI $91,071 Fiskeville, RI $90,609

Forestdale, RI $91,307 Foster, RI $91,048 Glendale, RI $91,314 Greene, RI $91,167 Greenville, RI $90,644 Harmony, RI $90,761 Harrisville, RI $91,275 Hope, RI $90,666

Hope Valley, RI $91,370 Hopkinton, RI $91,490 Jamestown, RI $91,185 Kenyon, RI $91,233 Little Compton, RI $91,610 Manville, RI $90,969 Mapleville, RI $91,113 Newport, RI $91,277

Middletown, RI $91,317 North Kingstown, RI $90,941 North Scituate, RI $90,762 Oakland, RI $91,212 Pascoag, RI $91,335 Pawtucket, RI $90,475 Central Falls, RI $90,515 Cumberland, RI $91,030

Lincoln, RI $90,606 Portsmouth, RI $91,267 Prudence Island, RI $91,079 Rockville, RI $91,476 Saunderstown, RI $91,130 Shannock, RI $91,238 Slatersville, RI $91,308 Slocum, RI $91,127

Tiverton, RI $91,544 Wakefield, RI $91,208 Kingston, RI $91,173 Narragansett, RI $91,233 Peace Dale, RI $91,196 Warren, RI $90,844 Warwick, RI $90,591 Westerly, RI $91,472

West Kingston, RI $91,201 West Warwick, RI $90,702 Wood River Junction, RI $91,332 Woonsocket, RI $91,312 North Smithfield, RI $91,105 Wyoming, RI $91,238 Providence, RI $90,449 Cranston, RI $90,461

North Providence, RI $90,472 East Providence, RI $90,455 Riverside, RI $90,484 Rumford, RI $90,471 Smithfield, RI $90,654 Johnston, RI $90,502

Autocad Draftsman Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Autocad Draftsman'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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$81,440

Average $90,493/year

$98,056

$6,787

Average $7,541/month

$8,171

$1,566

Average $1,740/week

$1,886

$39

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,056	$8,171	$1,886	$47
Average	$90,493	$7,541	$1,740	$44
25th Percentile	$81,440	$6,787	$1,566	$39

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