Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Northeast Virginia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,450 -1.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.51
10th percentile $47,150
90th percentile $85,400
Employed locally 30
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,150
    25th
    $49,980
    50th (median)
    $63,450
    75th
    $70,360
    90th
    $85,400

    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 Northeast Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Engineers, All Other$153,340
    Electrical Engineers$133,950
    Mechanical Engineers$120,790
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other$134,430
    Aerospace Engineers$128,230
    Computer Hardware Engineers$121,680

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Northeast Virginia?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Northeast Virginia is $30.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.06 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Virginia above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Northeast Virginia is 1.3% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $47,150 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,980.