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 $116,292, a CAD Drafter V (7-10 years)earns $136,257,

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 $98,609, Massachusetts $97,295. 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: $94,532; Design Draftsman: $93,467; Mechanical Draftsman: $90,748; Revit Draftsman: $89,612; Engineering Draftsman: $89,164.

Draftsman Salary in Delaware

How much does a Draftsman make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Draftsman in Delaware is $90,536 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): $105,185
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,505 to $98,204
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,192

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Draftsman Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,204	$8,184	$1,889	$47
Average	$90,536	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$82,505	$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	$116,292
CAD Draft... Level Draftsman	$136,257

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: $98,609.
Massachusetts: $97,295.

District of Columbia $98,985 California $98,609 Massachusetts $97,295 Washington $96,938 New Jersey $96,902 Alaska $96,777 Connecticut $95,543 New York $95,042

Hawaii $93,442 Rhode Island $92,691 Maryland $92,181 Minnesota $91,484 Colorado $91,216 Illinois $91,127 Oregon $90,787 Delaware $90,536

New Hampshire $90,379 Virginia $90,027 Pennsylvania $88,999 Nevada $88,480 North Dakota $88,310 Michigan $88,042 Wisconsin $87,944 Vermont $87,747

Texas $87,202 Maine $87,166 Arizona $87,112 Ohio $87,050 Georgia $86,227 Indiana $85,816 Wyoming $85,736 Utah $85,610

Iowa $85,557 Kansas $85,128 Louisiana $85,003 North Carolina $84,958 Missouri $84,940 Florida $84,591 Montana $84,404 Nebraska $84,225

Kentucky $84,126 South Carolina $83,769 Tennessee $83,545 Idaho $83,456 New Mexico $82,803 Oklahoma $82,660 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: $93,701
Little Creek: $92,834
Magnolia: $93,219

Lincoln, DE $93,701 Little Creek, DE $92,834 Magnolia, DE $93,219 Milford, DE $93,701 Marydel, DE $92,485 Millsboro, DE $93,701 Millville, DE $94,327 Milton, DE $93,701

Nassau, DE $93,701 Ocean View, DE $94,327 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,327 Seaford, DE $92,718 Selbyville, DE $94,327 Smyrna, DE $92,378 Viola, DE $93,219 Woodside, DE $92,950

Bear, DE $91,699 Newark, DE $91,734 Claymont, DE $91,806 Delaware City, DE $91,734 Hockessin, DE $91,806 Kirkwood, DE $91,734 Middletown, DE $92,190 Montchanin, DE $91,806

New Castle, DE $91,806 Odessa, DE $92,316 Port Penn, DE $91,484 Rockland, DE $91,806 Saint Georges, DE $91,734 Townsend, DE $92,181 Winterthur, DE $91,806 Lewes, DE $93,701

Wilmington, DE $91,806 Dover, DE $92,789 Dover Afb, DE $93,004 Bethany Beach, DE $94,327 Bethel, DE $92,718 Bridgeville, DE $93,701 Camden Wyoming, DE $92,888 Cheswold, DE $92,575

Clayton, DE $92,342 Dagsboro, DE $94,327 Delmar, DE $92,718 Ellendale, DE $93,701 Felton, DE $93,701 Fenwick Island, DE $94,327 Frankford, DE $94,327 Frederica, DE $93,701

Georgetown, DE $93,701 Greenwood, DE $93,701 Harbeson, DE $93,701 Harrington, DE $93,701 Hartly, DE $92,298 Houston, DE $93,701 Kenton, DE $92,342 Laurel, DE $92,718

Yorklyn, DE $91,806

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 April 01, 2026

$82,505

Average $90,536/year

$98,204

$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	$98,204	$8,184	$1,889	$47
Average	$90,536	$7,545	$1,741	$44
25th Percentile	$82,505	$6,875	$1,587	$40

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