Drafters, all other
SOC Code: 17-3019Also known as:
AutoCAD Technician, Blueprint Engineer, Blueprint Tracer, CAD Designer (Computer-Aided Design Designer), CAD Draftsman (Computer-Aided Design Draftsman)
Median Annual Salary
$62,010
-6.9% growth (2024-2034)
1K
Openings/Year
17K
Current Jobs
What Drafters, all other Do
All drafters not listed separately.
💰 Salary
$62,010
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
-6.9%
Decline
🎓 Education
Associate's degree
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
1K
Projected average per year
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
17,100
Projected Employment (2034)
15,900
📚 Entry-Level Education
Associate's degree
Most common requirement
Degree Programs for Drafters, all other
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a drafters, all other:
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
4,395 degrees awarded •
224 colleges offer this program
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
2,476 degrees awarded •
182 colleges offer this program
Surveying Technology/Surveying
1,046 degrees awarded •
79 colleges offer this program
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
68 degrees awarded •
10 colleges offer this program
3-D Modeling and Design Technology/Technician
40 degrees awarded •
9 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Drafters, all other
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become drafters, all other.
| # | College | Location | Related Degrees | Repit Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Florida | Gainesville, FL | 27 | A |
| 2 | Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | 31 | B |
| 3 | State Technical College of Missouri | Linn, MO | 29 | B |
| 4 | Eastern Florida State College | Melbourne, FL | 24 | B |
| 5 | San Jacinto Community College | Pasadena, TX | 208 | C+ |
| 6 | Valencia College | Orlando, FL | 141 | C+ |
| 7 | Savannah College of Art and Design | Savannah, GA | 132 | C+ |
| 8 | Olympic College | Bremerton, WA | 110 | C+ |
| 9 | Front Range Community College | Westminster, CO | 106 | C+ |
| 10 | South Texas College | McAllen, TX | 96 | C+ |
| 11 | Utah Valley University | Orem, UT | 93 | C+ |
| 12 | Dallas College | Dallas, TX | 89 | C+ |
| 13 | Tyler Junior College | Tyler, TX | 65 | C+ |
| 14 | Santa Ana College | Santa Ana, CA | 63 | C+ |
| 15 | Elizabethtown Community and Technical College | Elizabethtown, KY | 63 | C+ |
| 16 | Central Community College | Grand Island, NE | 62 | C+ |
| 17 | Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College | Perkinston, MS | 59 | C+ |
| 18 | University of Akron Main Campus | Akron, OH | 57 | C+ |
| 19 | Hazard Community and Technical College | Hazard, KY | 54 | C+ |
| 20 | The Fab School | Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 52 | C+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do drafters, all other make?
The median annual salary for drafters, all other is $62,010.
What education do drafters, all other need?
Most drafters, all other positions require a associate's degree.
Common degree programs include Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General, CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician, Surveying Technology/Surveying.
Is becoming a drafters, all other a good career choice?
Drafters, all other is projected to see -6.9% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which reflects some decline in the field. With approximately 1,300 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for drafters, all other?
Top colleges for aspiring drafters, all other include
University of Florida, Drexel University, State Technical College of Missouri, Eastern Florida State College, San Jacinto Community College.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to drafters, all other?
Drafters, all other may also be known as: AutoCAD Technician, Blueprint Engineer, Blueprint Tracer, CAD Designer (Computer-Aided Design Designer), CAD Draftsman (Computer-Aided Design Draftsman), CAD Operator (Computer-Aided Design Operator), Chief Design Drafter, Chief Drafter, Commercial Drafter, Computer Drafter, Detail Drafter, Detailer, Drafter Apprentice, Drafting Detailer, Drafting Engineer, Drafting Layout Man, Drafting Layout Worker, Draughtsman, Drawing Checker, Drawing Tracer.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.