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

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

How does experience change A Cad Operator's salary?

A Cad Operator's salary grows with experience: a CAD Drafter I (0-2 years)earns $66,521, a CAD Drafter II (2-4 years)earns $75,734, a Cad Operator (4-7 years)earns $91,700, a CAD Drafter IV (7+ years)earns $118,534, a CAD Drafter V (7-10 years)earns $138,885,

What are the highest paying states for a Cad Operator?

Cad Operator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cad Operator roles are District of Columbia $99,574, California $99,197, Massachusetts $97,875. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cad Operator roles make?

Salaries for Cad Operator level roles vary by specialization: CAD Coordinator: $90,493; CAD Programmer: $86,364; CAD Artist: $75,581; Senior CAD Operator: $67,228; CAD Detailer: $67,115.

Cad Operator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cad Operator make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cad Operator in Delaware is $91,076 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $104,983
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $82,082 to $98,355
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $73,893

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Cad Operator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,355	$8,196	$1,891	$47
Average	$91,076	$7,590	$1,751	$44
25th Percentile	$82,082	$6,840	$1,578	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Cad Operator Salaries

A Cad Operator'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 Cad Operator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cad Operator'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): $66,521
Early Career (1-2 years): $75,734
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $91,700
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,534
Expert (over 8 years): $138,885

Levels	Salary
CAD Draft... Level Cad Operator	$66,521
CAD Draft... Level Cad Operator	$75,734
Cad Opera... Level Cad Operator	$91,700
CAD Draft... Level Cad Operator	$118,534
CAD Draft... Level Cad Operator	$138,885

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

District of Columbia: $99,574.
California: $99,197.
Massachusetts: $97,875.

District of Columbia $99,574 California $99,197 Massachusetts $97,875 Washington $97,515 New Jersey $97,479 Alaska $97,353 Connecticut $96,112 New York $95,608

Hawaii $93,998 Rhode Island $93,243 Maryland $92,730 Minnesota $92,029 Colorado $91,759 Illinois $91,669 Oregon $91,327 Delaware $91,076

New Hampshire $90,917 Virginia $90,563 Pennsylvania $89,529 Nevada $89,007 North Dakota $88,836 Michigan $88,566 Wisconsin $88,467 Vermont $88,270

Texas $87,721 Maine $87,685 Arizona $87,631 Ohio $87,568 Georgia $86,741 Indiana $86,327 Wyoming $86,246 Utah $86,120

Iowa $86,066 Kansas $85,635 Louisiana $85,509 North Carolina $85,464 Missouri $85,446 Florida $85,095 Montana $84,906 Nebraska $84,726

Kentucky $84,627 South Carolina $84,268 Tennessee $84,043 Idaho $83,953 New Mexico $83,296 Oklahoma $83,152 Alabama $82,622 South Dakota $81,731

Arkansas $81,246 West Virginia $80,985 Mississippi $80,203

Top Paying Cities for Cad Operators

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: $94,259
Little Creek: $93,387
Magnolia: $93,774

Lincoln, DE $94,259 Little Creek, DE $93,387 Magnolia, DE $93,774 Milford, DE $94,259 Marydel, DE $93,036 Millsboro, DE $94,259 Millville, DE $94,889 Milton, DE $94,259

Nassau, DE $94,259 Ocean View, DE $94,889 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,889 Seaford, DE $93,270 Selbyville, DE $94,889 Smyrna, DE $92,928 Viola, DE $93,774 Woodside, DE $93,504

Bear, DE $92,245 Newark, DE $92,281 Claymont, DE $92,353 Delaware City, DE $92,281 Hockessin, DE $92,353 Kirkwood, DE $92,281 Middletown, DE $92,739 Montchanin, DE $92,353

New Castle, DE $92,353 Odessa, DE $92,865 Port Penn, DE $92,029 Rockland, DE $92,353 Saint Georges, DE $92,281 Townsend, DE $92,730 Winterthur, DE $92,353 Lewes, DE $94,259

Wilmington, DE $92,353 Dover, DE $93,342 Dover Afb, DE $93,558 Bethany Beach, DE $94,889 Bethel, DE $93,270 Bridgeville, DE $94,259 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,441 Cheswold, DE $93,126

Clayton, DE $92,892 Dagsboro, DE $94,889 Delmar, DE $93,270 Ellendale, DE $94,259 Felton, DE $94,259 Fenwick Island, DE $94,889 Frankford, DE $94,889 Frederica, DE $94,259

Georgetown, DE $94,259 Greenwood, DE $94,259 Harbeson, DE $94,259 Harrington, DE $94,259 Hartly, DE $92,847 Houston, DE $94,259 Kenton, DE $92,892 Laurel, DE $93,270

Yorklyn, DE $92,353

Cad Operator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cad Operator'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 February 01, 2026

$82,082

Average $91,076/year

$98,355

$6,840

Average $7,590/month

$8,196

$1,578

Average $1,751/week

$1,891

$39

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,355	$8,196	$1,891	$47
Average	$91,076	$7,590	$1,751	$44
25th Percentile	$82,082	$6,840	$1,578	$39

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