How much does an architectural and civil drafter make in Colorado?
$76,370a year
Median yearly pay for architectural and civil drafters in Colorado. That is $36.72 an hour or $6,364 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.72
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,980Median: $76,370Highest 10%: $108,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,980 | $23.55 | |
| 25th | $61,570 | $29.60 | |
| Median | $76,370 | $36.72 | |
| 75th | $92,310 | $44.38 | |
| 90th | $108,000 | $51.92 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $79,860 |
| Boulder, CO | $75,200 |
| Greeley, CO | $67,720 |
| Fort Collins, CO | $63,930 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $61,850 |
| Grand Junction, CO | $58,350 |
| Pueblo, CO | $48,060 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architectural and civil drafters.
| 1. District of Columbia | $97,880 |
| 2. Massachusetts | $76,990 |
| 3. California | $76,520 |
| 4. Colorado | $76,370 |
| 5. Connecticut | $76,290 |
| 6. New York | $76,260 |
| 7. Maryland | $75,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architectural and civil drafter make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $36.72 ($76,370 a year).
Do architectural and civil drafters make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $76,370 against $66,150 nationally, 15% more.
Where does Colorado rank for architectural and civil drafter pay?
Colorado ranks 4 of 50 states.
Which city in Colorado pays architectural and civil drafters the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $79,860 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.