As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Missouri is $75,769, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,457 weekly, or $6,314 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 Missouri vary widely, spanning from $62,567 to $87,922. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,859) and 75th percentile ($82,130), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,922 per year. This $13,271 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, Missouri Senior CAD Designer often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Missouri currently ranks 37 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 $62,567 MO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $68,859 MO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $75,769 MO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $82,130 MO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $87,922 MO August 01, 2026
25% $68,859 10% $62,567 90% $87,922 75% $82,130 $75,769 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 Saint Peters, MO Avg. Salary $85,977 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MO Avg. Salary $84,819 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Advance, MO Avg. Salary $83,111 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Agency, MO Avg. Salary $86,187 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alba, MO Avg. Salary $83,075 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Albany, MO Avg. Salary $83,363 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Aldrich, MO Avg. Salary $81,097 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, MO Avg. Salary $83,398 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allendale, MO Avg. Salary $83,535 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Allenton, MO Avg. Salary $85,859 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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