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Architectural and Civil Drafters
Full architectural and civil drafters overview →U.S. mean $70,740 · median $66,150
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | #1 | $96,900 | $97,880 | $47 | +37% | $67,850–$120,190 |
| California | #2 | $80,360 | $76,520 | $39 | +13.6% | $49,850–$114,600 |
| Colorado | #3 | $78,240 | $76,370 | $38 | +10.6% | $48,980–$107,990 |
| New York | #4 | $78,160 | $76,260 | $38 | +10.5% | $49,390–$113,400 |