What are the main factors that influence a Drafting Manager's salary?

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

How does experience change A Drafting Manager's salary?

A Drafting Manager's salary grows with experience: a CAE Design Supervisor I (12+ years)earns $94,937, a CAE Design Supervisor II (12+ years)earns $121,489, a Drafting Manager (12+ years)earns $134,973, a CAE Design Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $180,920, a CAE Design Director (12+ years)earns $223,332,

What are the highest paying states for a Drafting Manager?

Drafting Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drafting Manager roles are District of Columbia $148,512, California $147,949, Massachusetts $145,977. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drafting Manager roles make?

Salaries for Drafting Manager level roles vary by specialization: Design and Drafting Services Senior Manager: $177,610; Drafting Projects Senior Manager: $155,590; Design/Drafting Senior Manager: $155,530; Design and Drafting Services Manager: $132,500; Drafting Projects Manager: $127,290.

Drafting Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drafting Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drafting Manager in Delaware is $135,836 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,268
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,385 to $147,578
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $112,049

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Drafting Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,578	$12,298	$2,838	$71
Average	$135,836	$11,320	$2,612	$65
25th Percentile	$123,385	$10,282	$2,373	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Drafting Manager Salaries

A Drafting Manager'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 Drafting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drafting Manager'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): $94,937
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,489
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $134,973
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $180,920
Expert (over 8 years): $223,332

Levels	Salary
CAE Desig... Level Drafting Manager	$94,937
CAE Desig... Level Drafting Manager	$121,489
Drafting ... Level Drafting Manager	$134,973
CAE Desig... Level Drafting Manager	$180,920
CAE Desig... Level Drafting Manager	$223,332

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How Do Drafting Manager 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 Drafting Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,512.
California: $147,949.
Massachusetts: $145,977.

District of Columbia $148,512 California $147,949 Massachusetts $145,977 Washington $145,440 New Jersey $145,387 Alaska $145,199 Connecticut $143,348 New York $142,597

Hawaii $140,196 Rhode Island $139,069 Maryland $138,305 Minnesota $137,258 Colorado $136,856 Illinois $136,722 Oregon $136,212 Delaware $135,836

New Hampshire $135,600 Virginia $135,072 Pennsylvania $133,529 Nevada $132,751 North Dakota $132,497 Michigan $132,094 Wisconsin $131,947 Vermont $131,652

Texas $130,833 Maine $130,780 Arizona $130,699 Ohio $130,605 Georgia $129,371 Indiana $128,754 Wyoming $128,634 Utah $128,446

Iowa $128,365 Kansas $127,721 Louisiana $127,534 North Carolina $127,467 Missouri $127,440 Florida $126,917 Montana $126,635 Nebraska $126,367

Kentucky $126,219 South Carolina $125,683 Tennessee $125,347 Idaho $125,213 New Mexico $124,234 Oklahoma $124,019 Alabama $123,228 South Dakota $121,900

Arkansas $121,176 West Virginia $120,787 Mississippi $119,620

Top Paying Cities for Drafting Managers

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: $140,585
Little Creek: $139,284
Magnolia: $139,860

Lincoln, DE $140,585 Little Creek, DE $139,284 Magnolia, DE $139,860 Milford, DE $140,585 Marydel, DE $138,761 Millsboro, DE $140,585 Millville, DE $141,524 Milton, DE $140,585

Nassau, DE $140,585 Ocean View, DE $141,524 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,524 Seaford, DE $139,109 Selbyville, DE $141,524 Smyrna, DE $138,600 Viola, DE $139,860 Woodside, DE $139,458

Bear, DE $137,580 Newark, DE $137,634 Claymont, DE $137,741 Delaware City, DE $137,634 Hockessin, DE $137,741 Kirkwood, DE $137,634 Middletown, DE $138,318 Montchanin, DE $137,741

New Castle, DE $137,741 Odessa, DE $138,506 Port Penn, DE $137,258 Rockland, DE $137,741 Saint Georges, DE $137,634 Townsend, DE $138,305 Winterthur, DE $137,741 Lewes, DE $140,585

Wilmington, DE $137,741 Dover, DE $139,217 Dover Afb, DE $139,539 Bethany Beach, DE $141,524 Bethel, DE $139,109 Bridgeville, DE $140,585 Camden Wyoming, DE $139,364 Cheswold, DE $138,895

Clayton, DE $138,546 Dagsboro, DE $141,524 Delmar, DE $139,109 Ellendale, DE $140,585 Felton, DE $140,585 Fenwick Island, DE $141,524 Frankford, DE $141,524 Frederica, DE $140,585

Georgetown, DE $140,585 Greenwood, DE $140,585 Harbeson, DE $140,585 Harrington, DE $140,585 Hartly, DE $138,479 Houston, DE $140,585 Kenton, DE $138,546 Laurel, DE $139,109

Yorklyn, DE $137,741

Drafting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drafting Manager'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 April 01, 2026

$123,385

Average $135,836/year

$147,578

$10,282

Average $11,320/month

$12,298

$2,373

Average $2,612/week

$2,838

$59

Average $65/hour

$71

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$147,578	$12,298	$2,838	$71
Average	$135,836	$11,320	$2,612	$65
25th Percentile	$123,385	$10,282	$2,373	$59

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