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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in New Jersey
- Trenton$70,340
- Atlantic City$62,940
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton | $70,340 | $64,590 | $52,980 | $55,976 | 103 |
| Atlantic City | $62,940 | $64,420 | $57,030 | $50,823 | 99 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; New Jersey's employee unemployment, disability and family-leave contributions are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in other states
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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