Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,920 -3.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.77
10th percentile $44,760
90th percentile $87,730
Employed locally 80
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,760
    25th
    $47,730
    50th (median)
    $61,920
    75th
    $75,570
    90th
    $87,730

    Top-paying metros for Architectural and Civil Drafters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $103,710
    District of Columbia $88,430
    Alaska $85,700
    Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area $81,370
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $80,690
    Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO $79,770

    Related occupations in Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$91,580
    Mechanical Engineers$93,620
    Civil Engineers$92,670
    Engineers, All Other$98,440
    Aerospace Engineers$113,030
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$95,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Eastern North Carolina is $29.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.08 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Eastern North Carolina is 3.7% below the national median of $64,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $44,760 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,730.