Drafter Salary in San Francisco, California

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How much does a Drafter make in San Francisco, CA? The average Drafter salary in San Francisco, CA is $101,637 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $90,911 and $114,475. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $90,911 10% $81,146 90% $126,164 75% $114,475 $101,637 50%(Median)
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Drafter
Johnson Controls - WAYNESBORO , PA
Job Description. Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team. As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reima
- 23 days ago
Drafter with Security Clearance
BlueWater Federal Solutions - COLORADO SPRINGS , CO
Job Description Overview BlueWater Federal is seeking a Drafter to ensure the accuracy and quality of all documents that will be delivered to the government on
- 1 day ago
Drafter with Security Clearance
GStek, Inc. - FORT KNOX , KY
Job Title: Drafter II. Location: Fort Knox, KY. Type: Full-time. Salary: $20.32 an hour plus $4.93 Health & Welfare Requirements. U.S. Citizen. Minimum 3 years
- 2 days ago
Drafter I (Local Only) with Security Clearance
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions - BIRMINGHAM , AL
Job Description General Summary Drafter I prepares drawings or 3D models of simple, easily visualized material, hardware, and specimens. These are prepared from
- 1 day ago
Engineering Drafter with Security Clearance
Leidos - HUNTSVILLE , AL
R-00156566 Description Looking for an opportunity to make an impact. At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented
- 1 day ago
DRAFTER II with Security Clearance
Platform Aerospace - HOLLYWOOD , MD
JOB TITLE: DRAFT ER II DEPARTMENT: DRAFTING REPORTS TO: DRAFTING SUPERVISOR CLASSIFICATION: NON-EXEMPT Primary Function: We're seeking an experienced Drafter to
- 1 day ago

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About San Francisco, California    San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of ....More

San Francisco, California  area prices were up 4.5% from a year ago

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