Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,370 -3% vs national
Median hourly $29.99
10th percentile $37,440
90th percentile $81,400
Employed locally 50
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,440
    25th
    $47,260
    50th (median)
    $62,370
    75th
    $69,990
    90th
    $81,400

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $98,430
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $47,900
    Surveyors $62,650
    Industrial Engineers $104,440
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $93,970
    Electrical Engineers $104,940

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in South Florida is $29.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.13 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in South Florida is 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $37,440 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,260.