Architectural and Civil Drafters
SOC code 17-3011 · Architecture and Engineering Occupations
National employment
103,700
Mean annual wage
$70,740
Mean hourly wage
$34.01
Median annual wage
$66,150
Median hourly wage
$31.80
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $46,260 | $22.24 |
| 25th percentile | $55,650 | $26.76 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $66,150 | $31.80 |
| 75th percentile | $80,870 | $38.88 |
| 90th percentile | $99,710 | $47.94 |
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Similar-paying occupations in Architecture and Engineering Occupations
- Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians 17-3026$66,120/yr
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians 17-3022$64,950/yr
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians 17-3028$67,820/yr
- Drafters, All Other 17-3019$63,520/yr
- Mechanical Drafters 17-3013$71,550/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.