What are the main factors that influence a Civil Drafter'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 Civil Drafter?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Civil Drafter roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Civil Drafter's salary?

A Civil Drafter's salary grows with experience: starting around $59,153 for beginners, reaching about $59,760 at mid-level, and approach $61,010 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Civil Drafter?

Civil Drafter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Civil Drafter roles are District of Columbia $65,336, California $65,088, Massachusetts $64,221. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Civil Drafter roles make?

Salaries for Civil Drafter level roles vary by specialization: Pipe Drafter: $97,998; Design Drafter: $92,996; Engineering Drafter: $91,980; Civil Designer Drafter: $89,135; Residential Drafter: $77,165.

Civil Drafter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Drafter make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Civil Drafter in Delaware is $59,760 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Civil Drafter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,416
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $55,393 to $69,002
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,417

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Civil Drafter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,002	$5,750	$1,327	$33
Average	$59,760	$4,980	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$55,393	$4,616	$1,065	$27

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Key Factors That Influence Civil Drafter Salaries

A Civil Drafter'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 Civil Drafter Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Civil Drafter'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): $59,153
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,335
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,760
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $60,245
Expert (over 8 years): $61,010

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Civil Drafter	$59,153
Intermediate Level Civil Drafter	$59,335
Senior Level Civil Drafter	$59,760
Specialist Level Civil Drafter	$60,245
Expert Level Civil Drafter	$61,010

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How Do Civil Drafter 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 Civil Drafters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,336.
California: $65,088.
Massachusetts: $64,221.

District of Columbia $65,336 California $65,088 Massachusetts $64,221 Washington $63,985 New Jersey $63,961 Alaska $63,879 Connecticut $63,064 New York $62,734

Hawaii $61,678 Rhode Island $61,182 Maryland $60,846 Minnesota $60,385 Colorado $60,208 Illinois $60,149 Oregon $59,925 Delaware $59,760

New Hampshire $59,656 Virginia $59,423 Pennsylvania $58,745 Nevada $58,403 North Dakota $58,290 Michigan $58,113 Wisconsin $58,049 Vermont $57,919

Texas $57,559 Maine $57,535 Arizona $57,500 Ohio $57,458 Georgia $56,916 Indiana $56,644 Wyoming $56,591 Utah $56,508

Iowa $56,473 Kansas $56,190 Louisiana $56,107 North Carolina $56,078 Missouri $56,066 Florida $55,836 Montana $55,712 Nebraska $55,594

Kentucky $55,529 South Carolina $55,293 Tennessee $55,145 Idaho $55,086 New Mexico $54,655 Oklahoma $54,561 Alabama $54,213 South Dakota $53,629

Arkansas $53,310 West Virginia $53,139 Mississippi $52,625

Top Paying Cities for Civil Drafters

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: $59,491
Little Creek: $59,926
Magnolia: $59,840

Lincoln, DE $59,491 Little Creek, DE $59,926 Magnolia, DE $59,840 Milford, DE $59,642 Marydel, DE $59,740 Millsboro, DE $59,241 Millville, DE $59,333 Milton, DE $59,435

Nassau, DE $59,478 Ocean View, DE $59,323 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,436 Seaford, DE $59,470 Selbyville, DE $59,224 Smyrna, DE $59,968 Viola, DE $59,691 Woodside, DE $59,852

Bear, DE $59,714 Newark, DE $59,691 Claymont, DE $59,814 Delaware City, DE $59,751 Hockessin, DE $59,686 Kirkwood, DE $59,740 Middletown, DE $59,763 Montchanin, DE $59,700

New Castle, DE $59,708 Odessa, DE $59,792 Port Penn, DE $59,832 Rockland, DE $59,706 Saint Georges, DE $59,744 Townsend, DE $59,836 Winterthur, DE $59,713 Lewes, DE $59,458

Wilmington, DE $59,689 Dover, DE $59,926 Dover Afb, DE $59,611 Bethany Beach, DE $59,260 Bethel, DE $59,321 Bridgeville, DE $59,461 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,757 Cheswold, DE $59,907

Clayton, DE $59,909 Dagsboro, DE $59,219 Delmar, DE $59,124 Ellendale, DE $59,303 Felton, DE $59,637 Fenwick Island, DE $59,232 Frankford, DE $59,128 Frederica, DE $59,696

Georgetown, DE $59,196 Greenwood, DE $59,471 Harbeson, DE $59,259 Harrington, DE $59,562 Hartly, DE $59,747 Houston, DE $59,477 Kenton, DE $59,911 Laurel, DE $59,161

Yorklyn, DE $59,704

Civil Drafter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Civil Drafter roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Civil Drafter positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Civil Drafter as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Civil Drafter

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$89,640	$43.0	50%

Civil Drafter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Civil Drafter'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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$55,393

Average $59,760/year

$69,002

$4,616

Average $4,980/month

$5,750

$1,065

Average $1,149/week

$1,327

$27

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$69,002	$5,750	$1,327	$33
Average	$59,760	$4,980	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$55,393	$4,616	$1,065	$27

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Civil Drafter Salary in Delaware

How much does a Civil Drafter make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Civil Drafter Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Civil Drafter Salaries?

How Do Civil Drafter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Civil Drafters

Civil Drafter Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for a Civil Drafter

Civil Drafter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

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