Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for architectural and civil drafters is $36.33 an hour ($75,560 a year). About 1,180 people work in this job there.
That is 14% higher than the U.S. median ($66,150). It is 2% higher than the Oregon median ($74,000).
Pay range for architectural and civil drafters in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.50 | $61,360 |
| 25% of workers | $30.43 | $63,300 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.33 | $75,560 |
| 75% of workers | $39.50 | $82,150 |
| 90% of workers | $48.59 | $101,070 |
Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $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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| Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $77,990 |
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