CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians vs Receptionists Salary (2025)

How do CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians and Receptionists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians earns £15,435 more per year (80% higher)
vs

Receptionists

£19,348
per year

Detailed Comparison

MetricCAD, Drawing and Architectural TechniciansReceptionistsDifference
Median Annual£34,783£19,348+£15,435
Mean Annual£36,338£19,635+£16,703
Monthly£2,899£1,612+£1,287
Weekly£669£372+£297
Hourly£16.72£9.30+£7.42

Salary Range Comparison

PercentileCAD, Drawing and Architectural TechniciansReceptionists
10th (Entry)£24,973£8,792
25th£28,762£13,123
50th (Median)£34,783£19,348
75th£42,407£25,704
90th (Senior)£0£30,411
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians or a Receptionists?
A CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians earns more. The median salary for a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians is £34,783, whilst a Receptionists earns £19,348 — a difference of £15,435 per year.
What is the salary difference between a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians and a Receptionists?
The difference is £15,435 per year. CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians or a Receptionists?
From a salary perspective, CAD, Drawing and Architectural Technicians offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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