Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 5 metro areas • Illinois
Architectural and Civil Drafters in Illinois earn a median salary of $60,170 per year on average across 5 metro and nonmetro areas, -6.4% vs the national median of $64,280. An estimated 1,580 architectural and civil drafters are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $56,150 to $67,020 depending on location.
$60,170
Avg median salary in Illinois
$67,020
Highest paying metro
$56,150
Lowest paying metro
1,580
Employed in Illinois
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Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | $67,020 | $61,740 | $75,570 | 40 |
| Rockford, IL | $64,180 | $53,110 | $74,220 | 50 |
| Champaign, IL | $56,920 | $48,620 | $59,150 | 50 |
| Peoria, IL | $56,580 | $51,460 | $69,740 | 90 |
| Chicago, IL-IN | $56,150 | $46,750 | $74,410 | 1,350 |