What are the main factors that influence an AutoCAD Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An AutoCAD Engineer's salary?

An AutoCAD Engineer's salary grows with experience: a CAD Drafter III (4-7 years)earns $92,842, a CAD Drafter IV (7+ years)earns $119,997, a AutoCAD Engineer (7-10 years)earns $140,597, a CAD Supervisor (10+ years)earns $95,521, a CAD Senior Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,003,

What are the highest paying states for an AutoCAD Engineer?

AutoCAD Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for AutoCAD Engineer roles are District of Columbia $150,846, California $150,274, Massachusetts $148,271. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of AutoCAD Engineer roles make?

Salaries for AutoCAD Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Autocad Specialist: $118,192; Autocad Detailer: $91,445; Autocad Designer: $91,239; Autocad Operator: $90,505; Autocad Drafter: $87,424.

AutoCAD Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an AutoCAD Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an AutoCAD Engineer in Rhode Island is $141,255 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $68.

However, an AutoCAD Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $158,323
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,408 to $150,189
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,353

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AutoCAD Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,189	$12,516	$2,888	$72
Average	$141,255	$11,771	$2,716	$68
25th Percentile	$132,408	$11,034	$2,546	$64

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Key Factors That Influence AutoCAD Engineer Salaries

An AutoCAD Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects AutoCAD Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AutoCAD Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $92,842
Early Career (1-2 years): $119,997
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $140,597
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $95,521
Expert (over 8 years): $114,003

Levels	Salary
CAD Draft... Level AutoCAD Engineer	$92,842
CAD Draft... Level AutoCAD Engineer	$119,997
AutoCAD E... Level AutoCAD Engineer	$140,597
CAD Super... Level AutoCAD Engineer	$95,521
CAD Senio... Level AutoCAD Engineer	$114,003

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How Do AutoCAD Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract AutoCAD Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $150,846.
California: $150,274.
Massachusetts: $148,271.

District of Columbia $150,846 California $150,274 Massachusetts $148,271 Washington $147,726 New Jersey $147,672 Alaska $147,481 Connecticut $145,601 New York $144,838

Hawaii $142,399 Rhode Island $141,255 Maryland $140,478 Minnesota $139,415 Colorado $139,007 Illinois $138,870 Oregon $138,353 Delaware $137,971

New Hampshire $137,731 Virginia $137,195 Pennsylvania $135,628 Nevada $134,838 North Dakota $134,579 Michigan $134,170 Wisconsin $134,020 Vermont $133,721

Texas $132,889 Maine $132,835 Arizona $132,753 Ohio $132,658 Georgia $131,404 Indiana $130,778 Wyoming $130,655 Utah $130,464

Iowa $130,383 Kansas $129,729 Louisiana $129,538 North Carolina $129,470 Missouri $129,443 Florida $128,911 Montana $128,625 Nebraska $128,353

Kentucky $128,203 South Carolina $127,658 Tennessee $127,317 Idaho $127,181 New Mexico $126,186 Oklahoma $125,968 Alabama $125,165 South Dakota $123,816

Arkansas $123,080 West Virginia $122,685 Mississippi $121,500

Top Paying Cities for AutoCAD Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $143,020
Albion: $141,812
Ashaway: $142,749

Adamsville, RI $143,020 Albion, RI $141,812 Ashaway, RI $142,749 Barrington, RI $141,439 Block Island, RI $142,226 Bradford, RI $142,663 Bristol, RI $141,984 Carolina, RI $142,428

Charlestown, RI $142,479 Chepachet, RI $142,196 Clayville, RI $141,800 Coventry, RI $141,806 West Greenwich, RI $142,197 East Greenwich, RI $141,711 Exeter, RI $142,158 Fiskeville, RI $141,436

Forestdale, RI $142,526 Foster, RI $142,121 Glendale, RI $142,537 Greene, RI $142,308 Greenville, RI $141,490 Harmony, RI $141,673 Harrisville, RI $142,475 Hope, RI $141,524

Hope Valley, RI $142,624 Hopkinton, RI $142,812 Jamestown, RI $142,335 Kenyon, RI $142,410 Little Compton, RI $142,999 Manville, RI $141,999 Mapleville, RI $142,223 Newport, RI $142,478

Middletown, RI $142,541 North Kingstown, RI $141,955 North Scituate, RI $141,674 Oakland, RI $142,377 Pascoag, RI $142,569 Pawtucket, RI $141,227 Central Falls, RI $141,290 Cumberland, RI $142,093

Lincoln, RI $141,432 Portsmouth, RI $142,463 Prudence Island, RI $142,170 Rockville, RI $142,790 Saunderstown, RI $142,249 Shannock, RI $142,418 Slatersville, RI $142,527 Slocum, RI $142,245

Tiverton, RI $142,896 Wakefield, RI $142,370 Kingston, RI $142,316 Narragansett, RI $142,410 Peace Dale, RI $142,353 Warren, RI $141,804 Warwick, RI $141,409 Westerly, RI $142,783

West Kingston, RI $142,361 West Warwick, RI $141,582 Wood River Junction, RI $142,564 Woonsocket, RI $142,534 North Smithfield, RI $142,210 Wyoming, RI $142,418 Providence, RI $141,187 Cranston, RI $141,206

North Providence, RI $141,222 East Providence, RI $141,196 Riverside, RI $141,241 Rumford, RI $141,221 Smithfield, RI $141,507 Johnston, RI $141,270

AutoCAD Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AutoCAD Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$132,408

Average $141,255/year

$150,189

$11,034

Average $11,771/month

$12,516

$2,546

Average $2,716/week

$2,888

$64

Average $68/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$150,189	$12,516	$2,888	$72
Average	$141,255	$11,771	$2,716	$68
25th Percentile	$132,408	$11,034	$2,546	$64

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