As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior CAD Designer in Nevada is $78,927, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,518 weekly, or $6,577 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 Nevada vary widely, spanning from $65,175 to $91,586. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,729) and 75th percentile ($85,553), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,586 per year. This $13,824 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, Nevada Senior CAD Designer often earn 1.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 85 companies. However, Nevada currently ranks 20 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 $65,175 NV August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $71,729 NV August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $78,927 NV August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $85,553 NV August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior CAD Designer Salary $91,586 NV August 01, 2026
25% $71,729 10% $65,175 90% $91,586 75% $85,553 $78,927 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 Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $90,395 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $90,207 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $90,289 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $90,147 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $89,815 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $90,273 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $90,310 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $87,777 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $87,888 Date Updated August 01, 2026
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $89,731 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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