Draftsperson Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Draftsperson make in Chicago, IL? The average Draftsperson salary in Chicago, IL is $104,915 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $94,732 and $115,451. 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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Computer Aided Design Drafter
Link Technical Talent - Schenectady , NY
CAD Drafter (New Industry Training) Schenectady, New York (Commutable from: Albany, Troy, Ballston Spa, Saratoga Springs, Wilton, Johnstown) $50,000 - $65,000 + Full Training + Progression + Cutting ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Civil Land Development Drafter/Designer
Wallace Design Collective - Tulsa , OK
The primary duties of the Civil Land Development Drafter/Designer are to prepare detailed drawings, layouts, maps, and graphical representations of engineering designs using AutoCAD and Civil 3D
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Mechanical Drafter
EPITEC - Rapid City , SD
Mechanical Drafter Location: Rapid City, South Dakota Details: 12-month contract with ongoing need, opportunities for advancement, onsite position Pay Rate: $19.00 - 22.95/hr. Job Summary: We are ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Design Drafter (Telecom)
Talent Groups - Phoenix , AZ
The Drafter will be responsible for the development and creation of telecommunication designs and drawing deliverables in a team environment. This role requires collaboration with construction ...
LinkedIn - 6 days ago
Computer Aided Design Drafter
Sterling Engineering - Westchester , IL
Title: CAD Drafter Location: Westchester, IL Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago
Drafter
Addison Group - Mineral Wells , TX
Drafter Pay: $34 - $37/ Hour (based on experience) Work Schedule: 8 hours per day with a flexible schedule | 100% On-Site Our client is looking for a Drafter/Designer will be responsible for creating ...
LinkedIn - 7 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Draftsperson in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Draftsperson ranges from $94,732 to $115,451 with the average base salary of $104,915. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $97,132 to $120,734 with the average total cash compensation of $108,322.

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About Chicago, Illinois    Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third mos....More

Chicago, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

Draftsperson Salary in popular cities: Aurora, Rockford, Joliet

Skills associated with Draftsperson: Design, Drawing

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