What are the main factors that influence a Freelance Cad Designer'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 Freelance Cad Designer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Freelance Cad Designer roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Freelance Cad Designer's salary?

A Freelance Cad Designer's salary grows with experience: an Engineering Aide I (0-1 years)earns $53,367, an Freelance Cad Designer (1-3 years)earns $59,855, an Engineering Aide III (3-5 years)earns $72,523,

What are the highest paying states for a Freelance Cad Designer?

Freelance Cad Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freelance Cad Designer roles are District of Columbia $64,882, California $64,636, Massachusetts $63,775. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Freelance Cad Designer roles make?

Salaries for Freelance Cad Designer level roles vary by specialization: CAD Designer V: $138,200; CAD Designer IV: $117,900; CAD Designer III: $91,220; Senior CAD Designer: $79,748; CAD Designer II: $75,390.

Freelance Cad Designer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Freelance Cad Designer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freelance Cad Designer in Delaware is $59,345 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,055
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,000 to $65,998
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $45,313

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Freelance Cad Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,998	$5,500	$1,269	$32
Average	$59,345	$4,945	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$52,000	$4,333	$1,000	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Freelance Cad Designer Salaries

A Freelance Cad Designer'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 Do Freelance Cad Designer 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 Freelance Cad Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,882.
California: $64,636.
Massachusetts: $63,775.

District of Columbia $64,882 California $64,636 Massachusetts $63,775 Washington $63,540 New Jersey $63,517 Alaska $63,435 Connecticut $62,626 New York $62,298

Hawaii $61,249 Rhode Island $60,757 Maryland $60,423 Minnesota $59,966 Colorado $59,790 Illinois $59,731 Oregon $59,509 Delaware $59,345

New Hampshire $59,241 Virginia $59,011 Pennsylvania $58,337 Nevada $57,997 North Dakota $57,885 Michigan $57,710 Wisconsin $57,645 Vermont $57,516

Texas $57,159 Maine $57,135 Arizona $57,100 Ohio $57,059 Georgia $56,520 Indiana $56,251 Wyoming $56,198 Utah $56,116

Iowa $56,081 Kansas $55,799 Louisiana $55,717 North Carolina $55,688 Missouri $55,676 Florida $55,448 Montana $55,325 Nebraska $55,207

Kentucky $55,143 South Carolina $54,909 Tennessee $54,762 Idaho $54,703 New Mexico $54,276 Oklahoma $54,182 Alabama $53,836 South Dakota $53,256

Arkansas $52,940 West Virginia $52,770 Mississippi $52,260

Top Paying Cities for Freelance Cad Designers

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: $59,077
Little Creek: $59,510
Magnolia: $59,424

Lincoln, DE $59,077 Little Creek, DE $59,510 Magnolia, DE $59,424 Milford, DE $59,227 Marydel, DE $59,325 Millsboro, DE $58,830 Millville, DE $58,920 Milton, DE $59,022

Nassau, DE $59,065 Ocean View, DE $58,910 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,023 Seaford, DE $59,057 Selbyville, DE $58,813 Smyrna, DE $59,551 Viola, DE $59,277 Woodside, DE $59,436

Bear, DE $59,299 Newark, DE $59,277 Claymont, DE $59,398 Delaware City, DE $59,336 Hockessin, DE $59,271 Kirkwood, DE $59,325 Middletown, DE $59,348 Montchanin, DE $59,285

New Castle, DE $59,294 Odessa, DE $59,377 Port Penn, DE $59,417 Rockland, DE $59,291 Saint Georges, DE $59,329 Townsend, DE $59,420 Winterthur, DE $59,298 Lewes, DE $59,045

Wilmington, DE $59,274 Dover, DE $59,510 Dover Afb, DE $59,196 Bethany Beach, DE $58,848 Bethel, DE $58,909 Bridgeville, DE $59,048 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,342 Cheswold, DE $59,491

Clayton, DE $59,492 Dagsboro, DE $58,807 Delmar, DE $58,713 Ellendale, DE $58,891 Felton, DE $59,223 Fenwick Island, DE $58,820 Frankford, DE $58,718 Frederica, DE $59,281

Georgetown, DE $58,785 Greenwood, DE $59,057 Harbeson, DE $58,848 Harrington, DE $59,148 Hartly, DE $59,332 Houston, DE $59,063 Kenton, DE $59,495 Laurel, DE $58,750

Yorklyn, DE $59,289

Freelance Cad Designer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Freelance Cad Designer 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 Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Freelance Cad Designer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Freelance Cad Designer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Freelance Cad Designer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$74,181	$36.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$71,214	$34.0	20%
Financial Services	$71,214	$34.0	20%
Insurance	$68,246	$33.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$68,246	$33.0	15%

Freelance Cad Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Freelance Cad Designer'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

$52,000

Average $59,345/year

$65,998

$4,333

Average $4,945/month

$5,500

$1,000

Average $1,141/week

$1,269

$25

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$65,998	$5,500	$1,269	$32
Average	$59,345	$4,945	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$52,000	$4,333	$1,000	$25

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