As of April 22, 2025, the average annual salary for a CAD Drafter II in Manchester, UK is £44,579, with an hourly rate of £21, according to Salary.com Global Salary IQ data. The average salary ranges from £40,326 to £51,631, influenced by factors like location, education, experience, and more.

Global Market Data
25TH   £40,326
50TH(Median)   £44,579
75TH   £51,631
CAD Drafter II Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
25th Percentile CAD Drafter II Salary £40,326 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
50th Percentile CAD Drafter II Salary £44,579 United Kingdom April 22, 2025
75th Percentile CAD Drafter II Salary £51,631 United Kingdom April 22, 2025

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How Much Does a CAD Drafter II Make by Hour, Week, Month, and Year?

Last Updated on April 22, 2025

Salary.com provides you with accurate and diversified CAD Drafter II salary data based on specialized databases to help you get a fairer salary. The average annual pay for a CAD Drafter II is about £44,579 a year, this translates to an approximate hourly rate of £21, a monthly salary of about £3,715, and a weekly pay of around £857. Click the switch button below to see more details about CAD Drafter II hourly pay, weekly pay, monthly pay, and so on.

How Much Do CAD Drafter IIs Earn at Different Levels in 2025?

A CAD Drafter II's salary varies significantly based on experience level. Entry typically earn £41,469 - £43,944, while Intermediate make £41,659 - £44,135, Senior earn £42,358 - £44,790, Specialist earn £43,500 - £46,684, Expert can reach £44,790 - £48,895 or more, depending on the company and location.

Levels Salary
Entry Level CAD Drafter II £43,183
Intermediate Level CAD Drafter II £43,310
Senior Level CAD Drafter II £43,944
Specialist Level CAD Drafter II £45,316
Expert Level CAD Drafter II £47,421
£43,183 0 yr
£43,310 < 2 yrs
£43,944 2-4 yrs
£45,316 5-8 yrs
£47,421 > 8 yrs
Entry Level 3%
Intermediate Level 3%
Senior Level 1%
Specialist Level 2%
Expert Level 6%
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Last Updated on April 22, 2025

What are the Highest Paying Cities in the United Kingdom for CAD Drafter II?

The top 3 highest-paying cities in the United Kingdom for CAD Drafter II are London, Brighton and Hove, and Manchester. In London, the average salary is £50,228 per year, while Brighton and Hove offers £46,853, and Manchester pays around £44,579 annually.

Which Job Pays More: CAD Drafter I or CAD Drafter II?

As of April 22, 2025 , a CAD Drafter I makes less than a CAD Drafter II. A CAD Drafter I earns an average annual salary of £34,492. And a CAD Drafter II earns an average annual salary of £46,507.

Job Title Location Salary Range in GBP
CAD Drafter I Manchester, UK
£30,179
£39,394
CAD Drafter, Entry Manchester, UK
£30,311
£39,566
CAD Drafter, Experienced Manchester, UK
£33,680
£43,958
Computer Aided Design Drafter II Manchester, UK
£33,931
£44,286

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