How much does an architectural and civil drafter make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for architectural and civil drafters in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $36.55 an hour or $6,335 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.55
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 285
- Jobs in the area
- 1,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $55,730 | $26.79 | |
| 25th | $63,200 | $30.38 | |
| Median | $76,020 | $36.55 | |
| 75th | $92,820 | $44.63 | |
| 90th | $116,000 | $55.77 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for architectural and civil drafters.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $166,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $140,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an architectural and civil drafter make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $36.55 ($76,020 a year).
Do architectural and civil drafters make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $76,020 against $66,150 nationally, 15% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $97,880, so Washington pays 22% less.
Where does Washington rank for architectural and civil drafter pay?
20 of 285 metro areas with data.
How much does an architectural and civil drafter make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $55,730 or less a year; the top 10% make $116,000 or more.
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.