SOC 17-3011 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Architectural and Civil Drafters — York
York-Hanover, PA · 10 metro areas compared
At $67,360, median pay for Architectural and Civil Drafters in York, PA tracks the national median of $66,150 closely.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $67,360, median pay for Architectural and Civil Drafters in York, PA tracks the national median of $66,150 closely. Pay ranges from under $47,080 at the tenth percentile to more than $94,490 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $55,250 to $77,750.
Employment stands at 190, or 1.0 jobs per thousand held locally. Within the state, Altoona records the highest median at $68,230. Of the 390 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 116th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,080 | −28.8% |
| 25th | $55,250 | −16.5% |
| Median (50th) | $67,360 | +1.8% |
| 75th | $77,750 | +17.5% |
| 90th | $94,490 | +42.8% |
| Mean | $68,290 | +3.2% |
Other metro areas in Pennsylvania
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Altoona | $68,230 | 50 | |
| 2 | Pittsburgh | $68,160 | 1,070 | |
| 3 | Allentown | $68,120 | 360 | |
| 4 | Philadelphia | $67,020 | 2,110 | |
| 5 | Harrisburg | $64,900 | 260 | |
| 6 | State College | $63,850 | 90 | |
| 7 | Lancaster | $63,570 | 330 | |
| 8 | Scranton | $63,180 | 140 | |
| 9 | Williamsport | $61,710 | 40 | |
| 10 | Reading | $60,800 | 130 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in York run 2.4% below the national average, so the median of $67,360 goes as far as $69,016 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 4.3% above the national median in real terms.
Published median
$67,360as reported by BLSLocal price level
97.6US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$69,016US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $67,360 a year, 1.8% above the national median.
- Published pay spans $47,080 to $94,490 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 190 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Altoona, at $68,230.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in York, PA?
The median annual wage is $67,360, or $32.39 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $66,150, so pay in York, PA is 1.8% higher. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in York, PA earns more than $94,490 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $47,080 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Altoona, at $68,230 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 190 jobs in this occupation in York, PA. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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