Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in District of Columbia
Architectural and Civil Drafters in District of Columbia earn a median of $97,880 a year, +48% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $97,880
- vs. U.S. median
- +48% ($66,150)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,850; the top 10% earn over $120,190. Nationally the range is $46,260 to $99,710.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval$102,040 median in District of Columbia
- Landscape Architects$85,100 median in District of Columbia
- Civil Engineers$103,880 median in District of Columbia
- Transportation Engineers$103,880 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Wind Energy Engineers$151,920 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
Architectural and Civil Drafters pay in District of Columbia
How much do architectural and civil drafters make in District of Columbia?
The median is $97,880 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $67,850 and the top 10% earn over $120,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for architectural and civil drafters?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 50 (+48% vs. the national median of $66,150). Living costs are not included.