Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for architectural and civil drafters is $31.40 an hour ($65,310 a year). About 1,690 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($66,150). It is about the same as the Arizona median ($64,750).
Pay range for architectural and civil drafters in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.60 | $44,930 |
| 25% of workers | $28.89 | $60,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.40 | $65,310 |
| 75% of workers | $38.63 | $80,340 |
| 90% of workers | $48.36 | $100,590 |
Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson | $68,640 | 210 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $65,310 | 1,690 |
| Yuma | $61,900 | 30 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $53,500 | 60 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for architectural and civil drafters
- Typical education to start: Associate's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 9,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $90,330 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $169,310 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $79,710 |
| Architects, Except Landscape and Naval | $103,900 |
| Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $65,120 |
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