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

A Cad Tech's salary grows with experience: a CAD Support Technician I (0-1 years)earns $51,872, a Cad Tech (1-3 years)earns $57,102, a CAD Support Technician III (3-5 years)earns $69,223, a CAD Support Technician IV (5-7 years)earns $76,646, a CAD Supervisor (7+ years)earns $92,407,

What are the highest paying states for a Cad Tech?

Cad Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cad Tech roles are District of Columbia $62,035, California $61,799, Massachusetts $60,976. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cad Tech roles make?

Salaries for Cad Tech level roles vary by specialization: CAD Modeler: $106,196; Cad Administrator: $92,407; CAD Coordinator: $90,494; Cad Operator: $89,934; CAD Programmer: $86,364.

Cad Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cad Tech make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cad Tech in Delaware is $56,740 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $70,200
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,530 to $63,785
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,786

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Cad Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,785	$5,315	$1,227	$31
Average	$56,740	$4,728	$1,091	$27
25th Percentile	$51,530	$4,294	$991	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Cad Tech Salaries

A Cad Tech'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 Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cad Tech'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): $51,872
Early Career (1-2 years): $57,102
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $69,223
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $76,646
Expert (over 8 years): $92,407

Levels	Salary
CAD Suppo... Level Cad Tech	$51,872
Cad Tech Level Cad Tech	$57,102
CAD Suppo... Level Cad Tech	$69,223
CAD Suppo... Level Cad Tech	$76,646
CAD Super... Level Cad Tech	$92,407

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

District of Columbia: $62,035.
California: $61,799.
Massachusetts: $60,976.

District of Columbia $62,035 California $61,799 Massachusetts $60,976 Washington $60,751 New Jersey $60,729 Alaska $60,651 Connecticut $59,877 New York $59,564

Hawaii $58,561 Rhode Island $58,090 Maryland $57,771 Minnesota $57,334 Colorado $57,166 Illinois $57,110 Oregon $56,897 Delaware $56,740

New Hampshire $56,641 Virginia $56,420 Pennsylvania $55,776 Nevada $55,451 North Dakota $55,345 Michigan $55,177 Wisconsin $55,115 Vermont $54,992

Texas $54,650 Maine $54,628 Arizona $54,594 Ohio $54,555 Georgia $54,039 Indiana $53,782 Wyoming $53,731 Utah $53,653

Iowa $53,619 Kansas $53,350 Louisiana $53,272 North Carolina $53,244 Missouri $53,232 Florida $53,014 Montana $52,896 Nebraska $52,784

Kentucky $52,723 South Carolina $52,499 Tennessee $52,358 Idaho $52,302 New Mexico $51,893 Oklahoma $51,804 Alabama $51,473 South Dakota $50,919

Arkansas $50,616 West Virginia $50,453 Mississippi $49,966

Top Paying Cities for Cad Teches

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: $56,484
Little Creek: $56,898
Magnolia: $56,816

Lincoln, DE $56,484 Little Creek, DE $56,898 Magnolia, DE $56,816 Milford, DE $56,628 Marydel, DE $56,721 Millsboro, DE $56,247 Millville, DE $56,334 Milton, DE $56,432

Nassau, DE $56,473 Ocean View, DE $56,325 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,433 Seaford, DE $56,465 Selbyville, DE $56,231 Smyrna, DE $56,937 Viola, DE $56,675 Woodside, DE $56,827

Bear, DE $56,696 Newark, DE $56,675 Claymont, DE $56,791 Delaware City, DE $56,731 Hockessin, DE $56,670 Kirkwood, DE $56,721 Middletown, DE $56,743 Montchanin, DE $56,683

New Castle, DE $56,691 Odessa, DE $56,771 Port Penn, DE $56,809 Rockland, DE $56,688 Saint Georges, DE $56,725 Townsend, DE $56,812 Winterthur, DE $56,695 Lewes, DE $56,454

Wilmington, DE $56,673 Dover, DE $56,898 Dover Afb, DE $56,598 Bethany Beach, DE $56,265 Bethel, DE $56,324 Bridgeville, DE $56,456 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,738 Cheswold, DE $56,879

Clayton, DE $56,881 Dagsboro, DE $56,226 Delmar, DE $56,136 Ellendale, DE $56,306 Felton, DE $56,623 Fenwick Island, DE $56,238 Frankford, DE $56,140 Frederica, DE $56,679

Georgetown, DE $56,205 Greenwood, DE $56,465 Harbeson, DE $56,265 Harrington, DE $56,552 Hartly, DE $56,728 Houston, DE $56,471 Kenton, DE $56,884 Laurel, DE $56,171

Yorklyn, DE $56,687

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

Understanding how a Cad Tech'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.

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$51,530

Average $56,740/year

$63,785

$4,294

Average $4,728/month

$5,315

$991

Average $1,091/week

$1,227

$25

Average $27/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,785	$5,315	$1,227	$31
Average	$56,740	$4,728	$1,091	$27
25th Percentile	$51,530	$4,294	$991	$25

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