SOC 17-3011 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Architectural and Civil Drafters is $64,272 per year ($30.90/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $52,874 and $79,518 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $98,197 per year. There are approximately 109,550 architectural and civil drafters employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $21.17 | $44,034 |
| P25 | $25.42 | $52,874 |
| P50MEDIAN | $30.90 | $64,272 |
| P75 | $38.23 | $79,518 |
| P90 | $47.21 | $98,197 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Architectural and Civil Drafters is $64,272 per year ($30.90/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $52,874 and $79,518 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Architectural and Civil Drafters is $98,197 per year ($47.21/hr). The 75th percentile is $79,518 per year.
Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn approximately $44,034 per year ($21.17/hr). The 25th percentile is $52,874 per year.
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