As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for AutoCAD Technician in the US is $69,227, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,331 weekly, or $5,769 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for AutoCAD Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for AutoCAD Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $57,105 to $79,353. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($62,882) and 75th percentile ($74,527), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,353 per year. This $11,645 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Pneumatics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia AutoCAD Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 80 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
AutoCAD Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile AutoCAD Technician Salary $57,105 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile AutoCAD Technician Salary $62,882 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile AutoCAD Technician Salary $69,227 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile AutoCAD Technician Salary $74,527 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile AutoCAD Technician Salary $79,353 US May 01, 2026
25% $62,882 10% $57,105 90% $79,353 75% $74,527 $69,227 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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