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Technical Illustrator

Average Technical Illustrator with 3D Rendering Skills Salary

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$53,850
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$50k
MEDIAN
$54k
75%
$64k

The average salary for a Technical Illustrator is $53,850 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $64k
Bonus
$0 - $4k
Total Pay
$30k - $84k
Based on 11 salary profiles (last updated May 12 2020)
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What Do Technical Illustrators Do?

Technical Illustrator Tasks
  • Draw schematics or multi-angle views of products or parts, and create detailed design drawings.
  • Lay out text, instructions, or other information around drawings.
  • Coordinate with other teams to understand the purpose and needed perspectives for illustrations.
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Common Health Benefits for a Technical Illustrator

Medical
90%
Dental
90%
Vision
80%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Technical Illustrators

Male
77.8%
Female
22.2%
This data is based on 9 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Technical Illustrators

What is the highest pay for Technical Illustrators?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Technical Illustrator is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Technical Illustrators?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Technical Illustrator is $NaN / year

How can Technical Illustrators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Technical Illustrator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Technical Illustrator that oversees more junior Technical Illustrators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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