Mechanical Drafters Salary (2025)
Based on 39,960 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $48,360 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $58,080 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $71,550 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $86,120 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $106,580 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$58K
Median
$72K
75th
$86K
90th
$107K
Highest Paying States for Mechanical Drafters
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Mexico | $98,460 |
| Colorado | $93,270 |
| Washington | $87,150 |
| California | $86,750 |
| Louisiana | $86,680 |
| New Jersey | $86,540 |
| Maryland | $81,200 |
| Oregon | $80,870 |
| Texas | $80,450 |
| New York | $79,250 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Mechanical Drafters salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Mexico at an average of $98,460 per year, while New York has an average of $79,250 — a difference of $19,210. 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 Mechanical Drafters
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 39,960 workers were employed as Mechanical Drafterss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $75,060 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3013