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Design drafter: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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Salary rate
How much does a Design drafter make in United States of America?
$110,973/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Design drafter in United States of America is $110,973 per year or $56.16 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $78,625 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $172,600 per year.
Median$110,973
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Low$78,625
High$172,600
Design drafter: Average Salary in United States of America
California$118,694
Washington$111,938
Maryland$104,576
Massachusetts$102,373
Virginia$99,325
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