Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southwest Colorado

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

Median annual salary $68,380 +6.4% vs national
Median hourly $32.88
10th percentile $40,590
90th percentile $101,200
Employed locally 80
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,590
    25th
    $52,120
    50th (median)
    $68,380
    75th
    $88,030
    90th
    $101,200

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $73,520
    Surveyors $62,630
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $42,170
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $59,020
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists $80,760

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southwest Colorado is $32.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southwest Colorado is 6.4% above 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $40,590 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,120.