As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Idaho is $74,445, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,432 weekly, or $6,204 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 Idaho vary widely, spanning from $61,474 to $86,385. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,656) and 75th percentile ($80,695), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,385 per year. This $13,039 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, Idaho Senior CAD Designer often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 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 $61,474 ID August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $67,656 ID August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $74,445 ID August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $80,695 ID August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $86,385 ID August 01, 2026
25% $67,656 10% $61,474 90% $86,385 75% $80,695 $74,445 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $79,512 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $81,862 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $81,747 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $81,774 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $80,880 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $79,515 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $81,657 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $79,327 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $81,948 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $86,078 Date Updated August 01, 2026
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    CAD Drafter II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Senior CAD Designer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    CAD Drafter IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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