As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Maryland is $82,228, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,581 weekly, or $6,852 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 Maryland vary widely, spanning from $67,901 to $95,417. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,729) and 75th percentile ($89,132), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,417 per year. This $14,403 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, Maryland Senior CAD Designer often earn 3.1% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Maryland currently ranks 11 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 $67,901 MD August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $74,729 MD August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $82,228 MD August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $89,132 MD August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $95,417 MD August 01, 2026
25% $74,729 10% $67,901 90% $95,417 75% $89,132 $82,228 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 Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $93,031 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $91,904 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $90,945 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $90,926 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $91,629 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $85,227 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $98,209 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $93,234 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $89,516 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $98,941 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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