As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Arizona is $77,707, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,494 weekly, or $6,476 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior CAD Designer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Senior CAD Designer in Arizona vary widely, spanning from $64,168 to $90,170. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,620) and 75th percentile ($84,231), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,170 per year. This $13,611 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, Arizona Senior CAD Designer often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Arizona currently ranks 27 nationwide for Senior CAD Designer job salary. 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
Senior CAD Designer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $64,168 AZ August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $70,620 AZ August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $77,707 AZ August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $84,231 AZ August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $90,170 AZ August 01, 2026
25% $70,620 10% $64,168 90% $90,170 75% $84,231 $77,707 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Senior CAD Designer ?

A drafter, draughtsman (British English) or draftsman, drafting technician (American English and Canadian English) is a person who makes detailed technical drawings or plans for machinery, buildings, electronics, infrastructure, sections, etc. Drafters use computer software and manual sketches to convert the designs, plans, and layouts of engineers and architects into a set of technical drawings. Drafters operate as the supporting developers and sketch engineering designs and drawings from preliminary design concepts....

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Location Aguila, AZ Avg. Salary $85,913 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ajo, AZ Avg. Salary $85,729 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alpine, AZ Avg. Salary $85,657 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amado, AZ Avg. Salary $85,650 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Apache Junction, AZ Avg. Salary $88,885 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arivaca, AZ Avg. Salary $85,698 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arizona City, AZ Avg. Salary $86,645 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arlington, AZ Avg. Salary $86,573 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ash Fork, AZ Avg. Salary $85,740 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Avondale, AZ Avg. Salary $89,016 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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    CAD Drafter II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior CAD Designer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    CAD Drafter IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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