Architectural drafter vs draftsperson

The differences between architectural drafters and draftspeople can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. It typically takes 6-12 months to become both an architectural drafter and a draftsperson. Additionally, an architectural drafter has an average salary of $49,944, which is higher than the $41,751 average annual salary of a draftsperson.

The top three skills for an architectural drafter include revit, construction drawings and architectural drawings. The most important skills for a draftsperson are revit, auto cad, and construction drawings.

Architectural drafter vs draftsperson overview

	Architectural Drafter	Draftsperson
Yearly salary	$49,944	$41,751
Hourly rate	$24.01	$20.07
Growth rate	-3%	-3%
Number of jobs	7,139	1,448
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	Associate Degree, 45%	Bachelor's Degree, 45%
Average age	45	45
Years of experience	12	12

Architectural drafter vs draftsperson salary

Architectural drafters and draftspeople have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Architectural Drafter	Draftsperson
Average salary	$49,944	$41,751
Salary range	Between $37,000 And $65,000	Between $27,000 And $63,000
Highest paying City	Washington, DC	New York, NY
Highest paying state	Rhode Island	New York
Best paying company	Rafael Viñoly Architects	Basin Electric Power Cooperative
Best paying industry	Professional	Technology

Differences between architectural drafter and draftsperson education

There are a few differences between an architectural drafter and a draftsperson in terms of educational background:

	Architectural Drafter	Draftsperson
Most common degree	Associate Degree, 45%	Bachelor's Degree, 45%
Most common major	Drafting And Design	Drafting And Design
Most common college	Carnegie Mellon University	Carnegie Mellon University

Architectural drafter vs draftsperson demographics

Here are the differences between architectural drafters' and draftspeople' demographics:

	Architectural Drafter	Draftsperson
Average age	45	45
Gender ratio	Male, 68.0% Female, 32.0%	Male, 51.8% Female, 48.2%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 3.1% Unknown, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, 11.7% Asian, 7.0% White, 72.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%	Black or African American, 3.1% Unknown, 5.2% Hispanic or Latino, 11.7% Asian, 7.0% White, 72.3% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.7%
LGBT Percentage	6%	6%

Differences between architectural drafter and draftsperson duties and responsibilities

Architectural drafter example responsibilities.

Lead the development of BIM modeling content for the architecture team as a direct report to the executive and lead architects.
Prepare plumbing schematics and as-built.
Utilize AutoCAD 2005 and MicroStation V8.
Operate Microstation SE and Microstation V8.
Demonstrate expertise in building code, lighting, MEP.
Translate the client's briefs into sketch plans for client approval.

Draftsperson example responsibilities.

sketch 2D models , 3D models, manage drawing files etc .....
Manage the technical coordination between the structural and MEP engineers along with incorporating any owner relate changes in project scope.
Assist with updating architectural drawings, HVAC drawings, electrical drawings and contractor's 'as-built' drawings on an as-need basis.
Produce complex 3D models and 2D production drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD R14.
Prepare detail 3D drawings using Revit and other coordination software (Navisworks, Revizto) of HVAC mechanical piping systems.
Create TWD files for CNC output

Architectural drafter vs draftsperson skills

Common architectural drafter skills

Revit, 28%
Construction Drawings, 11%
Architectural Drawings, 7%
Shop Drawings, 6%
Sketch, 6%
Building Codes, 6%

Common draftsperson skills

Revit, 17%
Auto CAD, 9%
Construction Drawings, 8%
Solidworks, 7%
Shop Drawings, 4%
HVAC, 4%