Electrical and Electronics Drafters Salary (2025)
Based on 17,920 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $50,040 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $61,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $76,870 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $96,730 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $120,290 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$50K
25th
$61K
Median
$77K
75th
$97K
90th
$120K
Highest Paying States for Electrical and Electronics Drafters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $98,870 |
| New Hampshire | $98,330 |
| California | $89,900 |
| Georgia | $89,350 |
| Colorado | $87,340 |
| Massachusetts | $85,060 |
| New York | $84,860 |
| Indiana | $84,150 |
| New Jersey | $83,530 |
| Idaho | $82,520 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Electrical and Electronics Drafters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Mexico at an average of $98,870 per year, while Idaho has an average of $82,520 — a difference of $16,350. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Electrical and Electronics Drafters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 17,920 workers were employed as Electrical and Electronics Drafterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $81,280 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3012