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

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

How does experience change A Draftsman's salary?

A Draftsman's salary grows with experience: a CAD Drafter I (0-2 years)earns $65,268, a CAD Drafter II (2-4 years)earns $74,308, a Draftsman (4-7 years)earns $89,973, a CAD Drafter IV (7+ years)earns $116,288, a CAD Drafter V (7-10 years)earns $136,252,

What are the highest paying states for a Draftsman?

Draftsman salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Draftsman roles are District of Columbia $98,985, California $98,610, Massachusetts $97,296. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Draftsman roles make?

Salaries for Draftsman level roles vary by specialization: Senior Draftsman: $94,533; Design Draftsman: $93,468; Mechanical Draftsman: $90,748; Revit Draftsman: $89,613; Engineering Draftsman: $89,164.

Draftsman Salary in Delaware

How much does a Draftsman make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Draftsman in Delaware is $90,537 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,197
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,503 to $98,210
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,188

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Draftsman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,210	$8,184	$1,889	$47
Average	$90,537	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$82,503	$6,875	$1,587	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Draftsman Salaries

A 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.

Levels	Salary
CAD Draft... Level Draftsman	$65,268
CAD Draft... Level Draftsman	$74,308
Draftsman... Level Draftsman	$89,973
CAD Draft... Level Draftsman	$116,288
CAD Draft... Level Draftsman	$136,252

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

District of Columbia: $98,985.
California: $98,610.
Massachusetts: $97,296.

District of Columbia $98,985 California $98,610 Massachusetts $97,296 Washington $96,938 New Jersey $96,902 Alaska $96,777 Connecticut $95,543 New York $95,043

Hawaii $93,442 Rhode Island $92,691 Maryland $92,182 Minnesota $91,485 Colorado $91,216 Illinois $91,127 Oregon $90,787 Delaware $90,537

New Hampshire $90,380 Virginia $90,027 Pennsylvania $88,999 Nevada $88,481 North Dakota $88,311 Michigan $88,043 Wisconsin $87,944 Vermont $87,748

Texas $87,202 Maine $87,166 Arizona $87,113 Ohio $87,050 Georgia $86,228 Indiana $85,816 Wyoming $85,736 Utah $85,611

Iowa $85,557 Kansas $85,128 Louisiana $85,003 North Carolina $84,958 Missouri $84,940 Florida $84,592 Montana $84,404 Nebraska $84,225

Kentucky $84,127 South Carolina $83,769 Tennessee $83,546 Idaho $83,456 New Mexico $82,804 Oklahoma $82,661 Alabama $82,133 South Dakota $81,248

Arkansas $80,765 West Virginia $80,506 Mississippi $79,728

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Lincoln: $90,129
Little Creek: $90,789
Magnolia: $90,658

Lincoln, DE $90,129 Little Creek, DE $90,789 Magnolia, DE $90,658 Milford, DE $90,358 Marydel, DE $90,507 Millsboro, DE $89,751 Millville, DE $89,890 Milton, DE $90,045

Nassau, DE $90,110 Ocean View, DE $89,874 Rehoboth Beach, DE $90,047 Seaford, DE $90,098 Selbyville, DE $89,725 Smyrna, DE $90,852 Viola, DE $90,433 Woodside, DE $90,676

Bear, DE $90,467 Newark, DE $90,433 Claymont, DE $90,618 Delaware City, DE $90,523 Hockessin, DE $90,425 Kirkwood, DE $90,507 Middletown, DE $90,541 Montchanin, DE $90,446

New Castle, DE $90,459 Odessa, DE $90,586 Port Penn, DE $90,647 Rockland, DE $90,455 Saint Georges, DE $90,513 Townsend, DE $90,652 Winterthur, DE $90,465 Lewes, DE $90,080

Wilmington, DE $90,430 Dover, DE $90,789 Dover Afb, DE $90,311 Bethany Beach, DE $89,780 Bethel, DE $89,873 Bridgeville, DE $90,085 Camden Wyoming, DE $90,533 Cheswold, DE $90,760

Clayton, DE $90,762 Dagsboro, DE $89,717 Delmar, DE $89,573 Ellendale, DE $89,845 Felton, DE $90,351 Fenwick Island, DE $89,737 Frankford, DE $89,580 Frederica, DE $90,440

Georgetown, DE $89,683 Greenwood, DE $90,099 Harbeson, DE $89,779 Harrington, DE $90,237 Hartly, DE $90,517 Houston, DE $90,108 Kenton, DE $90,767 Laurel, DE $89,629

Yorklyn, DE $90,452

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

Understanding how a 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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$82,503

Average $90,537/year

$98,210

$6,875

Average $7,545/month

$8,184

$1,587

Average $1,741/week

$1,889

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,210	$8,184	$1,889	$47
Average	$90,537	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$82,503	$6,875	$1,587	$40

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