How much does an architectural and civil drafter make in Tennessee?
$69,220a year
Median yearly pay for architectural and civil drafters in Tennessee. That is $33.28 an hour or $5,768 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.28
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,050Median: $69,220Highest 10%: $98,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,050 | $21.66 | |
| 25th | $57,140 | $27.47 | |
| Median | $69,220 | $33.28 | |
| 75th | $80,480 | $38.69 | |
| 90th | $98,020 | $47.13 |
Cities in Tennessee
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Nashville, TN | $75,010 |
| Knoxville, TN | $72,180 |
| Memphis, TN | $65,090 |
| Kingsport, TN | $62,630 |
| Clarksville, TN | $62,550 |
| Johnson City, TN | $60,530 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $58,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for architectural and civil drafters.
| 11. Washington | $73,000 |
| 12. Rhode Island | $71,700 |
| 13. Minnesota | $70,680 |
| 14. Tennessee | $69,220 |
| 15. Nevada | $67,000 |
| 16. Maine | $66,200 |
| 17. Montana | $65,750 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architectural and civil drafter make an hour in Tennessee?
The median hourly pay in Tennessee is $33.28 ($69,220 a year).
Do architectural and civil drafters make more in Tennessee than the national average?
Yes: $69,220 against $66,150 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Tennessee rank for architectural and civil drafter pay?
Tennessee ranks 14 of 50 states.
Which city in Tennessee pays architectural and civil drafters the most?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, with a median of $75,010 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.