Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,950 -8.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.34
10th percentile $46,190
90th percentile $74,850
Employed locally 80
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,190
    25th
    $50,160
    50th (median)
    $58,950
    75th
    $64,930
    90th
    $74,850

    Top-paying metros for Architectural and Civil Drafters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $103,710
    District of Columbia $88,430
    Alaska $85,700
    Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area $81,370
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $80,690
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $79,770

    Related occupations in Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $88,960
    Electrical Engineers $127,130
    Engineers, All Other $119,940
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $125,280
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $103,340
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $88,230

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Hawaii / Kauai is $28.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.50 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 8.3% below the national median of $64,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $46,190 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,160.