As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Louisiana is $75,825, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,458 weekly, or $6,319 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 Louisiana vary widely, spanning from $62,613 to $87,986. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,909) and 75th percentile ($82,191), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,986 per year. This $13,282 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, Louisiana Senior CAD Designer often earn 4.9% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Louisiana currently ranks 35 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 $62,613 LA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $68,909 LA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $75,825 LA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $82,191 LA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $87,986 LA August 01, 2026
25% $68,909 10% $62,613 90% $87,986 75% $82,191 $75,825 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 Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $81,182 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $82,902 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $80,297 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $85,664 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $79,866 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $83,812 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $83,438 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $79,024 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $85,844 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $81,950 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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