Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Oregon
In Oregon, the median pay for architectural and civil drafters is $35.58 an hour ($74,000 a year). About 1,490 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($66,150). Oregon ranks 9th of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for architectural and civil drafters in Oregon
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.41 | $57,020 |
| 25% of workers | $30.23 | $62,870 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.58 | $74,000 |
| 75% of workers | $38.71 | $80,510 |
| 90% of workers | $47.31 | $98,410 |
Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $75,560 | 1,180 |
| Salem | $70,870 | 110 |
| Bend | $67,410 | 80 |
| Medford | $66,590 | 40 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $62,960 | 100 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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)
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