CAD drafter salary in United States
How much does a CAD Drafter make in the United States?
Average base salary
$24.22
Average $24.22
Low $17.05
High $34.42
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a cad drafter is $24.22 per hour in the United States. 4.1k salaries reported, updated at November 27, 2023
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Top companies for CAD Drafters in United States
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Highest paying cities for CAD Drafters near United States
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Where can a CAD Drafter earn more?
Compare salaries for CAD Drafters in different locations
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Best-paid skills and qualifications for CAD Drafters
Most recommended skill
Revit(earn +14.35% more)
The jobs requiring this skill have decrease by 10.43% since 2018. CAD Drafters with this skill earn +14.35% more than the average base salary, which is $24.22 per hour.
Job Trend
| Year | Number of job openings on Indeed requiring this skill | Change from previous year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 262 | increase by 262 |
| 2013 | 768 | increase by 193.13% |
| 2014 | 1508 | increase by 96.35% |
| 2015 | 1601 | increase by 6.17% |
| 2016 | 1192 | decrease by 25.55% |
| 2017 | 849 | decrease by 28.78% |
| 2018 | 1064 | increase by 25.32% |
| 2019 | 953 | decrease by 10.43% |
Top companies hiring CAD Drafters with the recommended skill
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Top certifications
National Institute for Certification in Engineering TechnologiesMore critical skills and qualifications that pay well
| Top Certifications | Salary | Job openings | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 jobs | 3 |
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Most common benefits for CAD Drafters
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 85 ratings48% of CAD Drafters in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?
CAD Designer
Job openingsAverage $26.62 per hour
CAD Technician
Job openingsAverage $24.94 per hour
Mechanical Designer
Job openingsAverage $82,339 per year
Electrical Designer
Job openingsAverage $87,951 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a CAD Drafter
How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a CAD drafter?
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