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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Drafting Supervisor?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Drafting Supervisor roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Drafting Supervisor's salary?

A Drafting Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a CAD Drafter V (7-10 years)earns $142,760, a CAD Supervisor (10+ years)earns $97,002, a Drafting Supervisor (10+ years)earns $115,765, a CAD Manager (10+ years)earns $131,584, a CAD Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $160,754,

What are the highest paying states for a Drafting Supervisor?

Drafting Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drafting Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $127,184, California $126,702, Massachusetts $125,013. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drafting Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Drafting Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Drafting Manager: $134,156; Design/Drafting Senior Supervisor: $112,100; Drafting Projects Senior Supervisor: $112,010; Drafting Projects Supervisor: $93,890; Design/Drafting Supervisor: $93,860.

Drafting Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drafting Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drafting Supervisor in Delaware is $116,329 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,982
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,180 to $123,999
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,939

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Drafting Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,999	$10,333	$2,385	$60
Average	$116,329	$9,694	$2,237	$56
25th Percentile	$106,180	$8,848	$2,042	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Drafting Supervisor Salaries

A Drafting Supervisor'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 Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drafting Supervisor'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): $142,760
Early Career (1-2 years): $97,002
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,765
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,584
Expert (over 8 years): $160,754

Levels	Salary
CAD Draft... Level Drafting Supervisor	$142,760
CAD Super... Level Drafting Supervisor	$97,002
Drafting ... Level Drafting Supervisor	$115,765
CAD Manag... Level Drafting Supervisor	$131,584
CAD Senio... Level Drafting Supervisor	$160,754

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

District of Columbia: $127,184.
California: $126,702.
Massachusetts: $125,013.

District of Columbia $127,184 California $126,702 Massachusetts $125,013 Washington $124,554 New Jersey $124,508 Alaska $124,347 Connecticut $122,762 New York $122,118

Hawaii $120,062 Rhode Island $119,097 Maryland $118,442 Minnesota $117,546 Colorado $117,202 Illinois $117,087 Oregon $116,650 Delaware $116,329

New Hampshire $116,127 Virginia $115,674 Pennsylvania $114,353 Nevada $113,687 North Dakota $113,469 Michigan $113,124 Wisconsin $112,998 Vermont $112,745

Texas $112,044 Maine $111,998 Arizona $111,929 Ohio $111,849 Georgia $110,792 Indiana $110,264 Wyoming $110,160 Utah $110,000

Iowa $109,931 Kansas $109,379 Louisiana $109,218 North Carolina $109,161 Missouri $109,138 Florida $108,690 Montana $108,449 Nebraska $108,219

Kentucky $108,093 South Carolina $107,633 Tennessee $107,346 Idaho $107,231 New Mexico $106,393 Oklahoma $106,209 Alabama $105,531 South Dakota $104,394

Arkansas $103,774 West Virginia $103,440 Mississippi $102,441

Top Paying Cities for Drafting Supervisors

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: $115,805
Little Creek: $116,653
Magnolia: $116,485

Lincoln, DE $115,805 Little Creek, DE $116,653 Magnolia, DE $116,485 Milford, DE $116,099 Marydel, DE $116,290 Millsboro, DE $115,319 Millville, DE $115,497 Milton, DE $115,697

Nassau, DE $115,781 Ocean View, DE $115,478 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,699 Seaford, DE $115,765 Selbyville, DE $115,286 Smyrna, DE $116,733 Viola, DE $116,196 Woodside, DE $116,508

Bear, DE $116,239 Newark, DE $116,196 Claymont, DE $116,433 Delaware City, DE $116,312 Hockessin, DE $116,185 Kirkwood, DE $116,290 Middletown, DE $116,335 Montchanin, DE $116,212

New Castle, DE $116,229 Odessa, DE $116,392 Port Penn, DE $116,470 Rockland, DE $116,223 Saint Georges, DE $116,298 Townsend, DE $116,477 Winterthur, DE $116,237 Lewes, DE $115,742

Wilmington, DE $116,191 Dover, DE $116,653 Dover Afb, DE $116,038 Bethany Beach, DE $115,356 Bethel, DE $115,475 Bridgeville, DE $115,748 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,324 Cheswold, DE $116,615

Clayton, DE $116,618 Dagsboro, DE $115,275 Delmar, DE $115,091 Ellendale, DE $115,440 Felton, DE $116,090 Fenwick Island, DE $115,301 Frankford, DE $115,100 Frederica, DE $116,205

Georgetown, DE $115,232 Greenwood, DE $115,766 Harbeson, DE $115,355 Harrington, DE $115,943 Hartly, DE $116,304 Houston, DE $115,777 Kenton, DE $116,624 Laurel, DE $115,163

Yorklyn, DE $116,220

Drafting Supervisor Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Drafting Supervisor roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Drafting Supervisor positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Drafting Supervisor as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Drafting Supervisor

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$145,411	$70.0	25%
Software & Networking	$141,921	$68.0	22%
Insurance	$133,778	$64.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$130,288	$63.0	12%
Internet	$130,288	$63.0	12%

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

Understanding how a Drafting Supervisor'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 July 01, 2026

$106,180

Average $116,329/year

$123,999

$8,848

Average $9,694/month

$10,333

$2,042

Average $2,237/week

$2,385

$51

Average $56/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,999	$10,333	$2,385	$60
Average	$116,329	$9,694	$2,237	$56
25th Percentile	$106,180	$8,848	$2,042	$51

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