Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in North Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,150 -6.4% vs national
Median hourly $28.92
10th percentile $35,320
90th percentile $155,610
Employed locally 90
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,320
    25th
    $46,040
    50th (median)
    $60,150
    75th
    $77,330
    90th
    $155,610

    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 North Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,250
    Electrical Engineers $107,380
    Mechanical Engineers $82,340
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $59,310
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $41,780
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $48,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in North Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in North Georgia is $28.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.71 or more per hour.

    Is North Georgia above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in North Georgia is 6.4% 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 North Georgia?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $35,320 per year in North Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,040.