Junior CAD Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Junior CAD Engineer make in the United States?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Junior CAD Engineer in the United States is $109,467 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, a Junior CAD Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,719
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $97,832 to $120,591
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,239
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Junior CAD Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $120,591 $10,049 $2,319 $58
Average $109,467 $9,122 $2,105 $53
25th Percentile $97,832 $8,153 $1,881 $47
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Key Factors That Influence Junior CAD Engineer Salaries

A Junior CAD Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Junior CAD Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior CAD Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $106,111
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $106,609
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,096
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $113,194
  • Expert (over 8 years): $114,575
Levels Salary
Entry Level Junior CAD Engineer$106,111
Intermediate Level Junior CAD Engineer$106,609
Senior Level Junior CAD Engineer$109,096
Specialist Level Junior CAD Engineer$113,194
Expert Level Junior CAD Engineer$114,575
$106,111 0 yr
$106,609 < 2 yrs
$109,096 2-4 yrs
$113,194 5-8 yrs
$114,575 > 8 yrs
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How Do Junior CAD Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Junior CAD Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $121,202.
  • California: $120,742.
  • Massachusetts: $119,133.

Top Paying Cities for Junior CAD Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $138,071
  • San Francisco: $136,713
  • Oakland: $133,681

What Skills Can Increase a Junior CAD Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Products and Services (Mentioned in 6.83% Job Postings): Knowledge of the full array of our organization's products and services including those that are created for internal customers; insight into the differentiating factors that distinguish them from those of competitors.
  • Underwriting (Mentioned in 2.35% Job Postings): Underwriting services are provided by some large financial institutions, such as banks, or insurance or investment houses, whereby they guarantee payment in case of damage or financial loss and accept the financial risk for liability arising from such guarantee. An underwriting arrangement may be created in a number of situations including insurance, issue of securities in a public offering, and bank lending, among others. The person or institution that agrees to sell a minimum number of securities of the company for commission is called the underwriter. The name derives from the Lloyd's of London insurance market. Financial bankers, who would accept some of the risk on a given venture (historically a sea voyage with associated risks of shipwreck) in exchange for a premium, would literally write their names under the risk information that was written on a Lloyd's slip created for this purpose.
  • Diversity and Inclusion (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): Developing and promoting acquaintance, empowerment, and integration of each unique individual to create a productive and safe working environment.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Products and Services 6.83%
Underwriting 2.35%
Diversity and Inclusion 1.78%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Junior CAD Engineer's salary.
  • Relationship Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Products and Services: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Relationship Management
$113,846
4%
Leadership
$112,751
3%
Products and Services
$112,751
3%
Financial Services
$112,751
3%
Customer Relationship
$111,656
2%
Client Relationship
$110,562
1%
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How Education impacts a Junior CAD Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Junior CAD Engineers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Junior CAD Engineer with a Bachelor's Degree is between $99,860 and $107,462).

Junior CAD Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Junior CAD Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.2%
High School 3.2%
Associates 3.2%
Bachelors 58.1%
Masters 35.5%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Junior CAD Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior CAD Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

Salary Trends for Junior CAD Engineer

Salaries for a Junior CAD Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $105,077 in 2023 to around $102,105 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Junior CAD Engineer salary trends, .

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