CAD Modeler Salary in Columbus, Ohio

How much does a CAD Modeler make in Columbus, OH?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a CAD Modeler in Columbus, OH is $98,913. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $86,505 to $110,476, with most professionals earning between $75,207 and $121,004.

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Develops surface data records based on sketches, renderings, engineering drawings and also based on own design proposals.

July 28, 2022

Supports the Mechanical, Electrical and Fire Protection (MEFP) Manager in managing configuration of all drafting and modeling software.

January 04, 2023

Evaluate, recommend, develop and implement improved construction or service systems, policies, methods and procedures.

March 04, 2023

Provide updates to takeoff amounts as needed by Estimating Department due to plan changes, client requests, and management requests.

March 26, 2023

Review, assess, and incorporate various mechanical, vulnerability/lethality analysis and processes.

March 28, 2023

Create final drawings for engineering and construction related purposes and review for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with required standards.

March 29, 2023

Performs work that involves conventional practices but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting requirements, unsuitability of conventional methods, or difficult coordination requirements.

March 31, 2023

Prepare advanced AutoCAD and Revit details from sketches, marked-up prints, as-built and other reference material under the direction of the Engineering Team.

May 08, 2023

Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in the evaluation, selection, application, adaptation, and modification of standard techniques, guidelines, procedures, and criteria.

May 13, 2023

Demonstrated knowledge in creating tool ready, complex surfaces and solid models that are built to tight tolerances and smooth parting lines.

May 21, 2023

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Average Salary Range for CAD Modeler in Columbus, OH

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

86505

110476

98913

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

89143

117420

103368

What is the average salary for CAD Modeler in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of CAD Modeler in Columbus, OH. The base salary for CAD Modeler ranges from $86,505 to $110,476 with the average base salary of $98,913. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $89,143 to $117,420 with the average total cash compensation of $103,368.

View Average Salary for CAD Modeler as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$98,913	$86,505 - $110,476
Bonus	$4,455	$2,638 - $6,944
Total Pay	$103,368	$89,143 - $117,420

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

CAD Modeler Salary Near Columbus, OH

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Newark, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,971 - $109,796	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,747 - $105,677	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Chillicothe, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,121 - $103,601	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Mansfield, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,039 - $108,604	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Dayton, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $85,980 - $109,807	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH
CITY, STATE Lima, OH	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,320 - $105,132	COMPARE TO Columbus, OH

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About Columbus, Ohio

The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus metropolitan area, including Alum Creek, Big Walnut Creek, and Darby Creek. Columbus is considered to have relatively flat topography thanks to a large glacier that covered most of Ohio during the Wisconsin Ice Age. However, there are sizable differences in elevation through the area, with the high point of Franklin County being 1,132 ft (345 m) above sea level near New Albany, and the low point being 670 ft (200 m) where the Scioto River leaves...

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