Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,640 -8.8% vs national
Median hourly $28.19
10th percentile $39,940
90th percentile $87,730
Employed locally 200
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,940
    25th
    $51,330
    50th (median)
    $58,640
    75th
    $75,990
    90th
    $87,730

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $85,810
    Civil Engineers $101,440
    Surveyors $74,790
    Landscape Architects $63,320
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $74,570
    Mechanical Engineers $102,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Northwest Colorado is $28.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.90 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Northwest Colorado is 8.8% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $39,940 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,330.