Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Pennsylvania
The median pay for a architectural and civil drafters in Pennsylvania is $63,370/year ($30.46/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $46K at the entry level to $95K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Pennsylvania. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $63K get you in Pennsylvania?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Pennsylvania
Entry-level architectural and civil drafters (10th percentile) start around $46K. Mid-career wages sit at $63K. Top earners bring in $95K or more, a $49K spread from bottom to top.
Architectural and Civil Drafters salary by metro in Pennsylvania
15 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | $67K | +5% | 120 |
| Altoona | $66K | +5% | 50 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $65K | +3% | 2,030 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $64K | +1% | 290 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $63K | -0% | 130 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $63K | -1% | 350 |
| Chambersburg | $62K | -2% | 50 |
| Pittsburgh | $62K | -2% | 1,030 |
| York-Hanover | $61K | -3% | 190 |
| State College | $61K | -4% | 90 |
| Lancaster | $61K | -4% | 350 |
| Williamsport | $59K | -7% | 60 |
| Lebanon | $57K | -10% | 40 |
| Erie | $56K | -11% | 60 |
| Johnstown | $51K | -19% | 70 |
Showing 1–10 of 15 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do architectural and civil drafters make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $63,370 a year, that works out to about $30 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $45,910, and experienced architectural and civil drafters can clear $95,010. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $63K enough to live in Pennsylvania?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,251/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,351/month, which eats 31.8% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a architectural and civil drafters salary go in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median architectural and civil drafters salary is worth about $66,726 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do architectural and civil drafters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.