Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $51,310 | $24.67 |
| 25th percentile | $62,490 | $30.04 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $74,390 | $35.76 |
| 75th percentile | $89,860 | $43.20 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $113,470 | $54.55 |
| Mean (average) | $78,750 | $37.86 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $74,390 | — |
| District of Columbia | $88,430 | +19% |
| Alaska | $85,700 | +15% |
| Colorado | $76,960 | +3% |
| Massachusetts | $75,850 | +2% |
| New York | $74,760 | +0% |
| Louisiana | $72,580 | -2% |
| Maryland | $71,810 | -3% |
| Nevada | $71,460 | -4% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers | $74,580 | 15,240 |
| Carpenters | $74,820 | 106,500 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $73,920 | 141,300 |
| Medical Equipment Repairers | $73,860 | 6,010 |
| Industrial Machinery Mechanics | $73,840 | 25,790 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $75,090 | 164,320 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in California?
The mean architectural and civil drafters salary in California is $78,750 per year. The median (middle) salary is $74,390 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Architectural and Civil Drafters in California?
Entry-level architectural and civil drafterss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $51,310 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $62,490 per year.
What is the highest Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $113,470 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $89,860 per year.
How does the California Architectural and Civil Drafters salary compare to the national average?
The median architectural and civil drafters salary in California is $74,390, which is +16% above national average of $64,280.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes