Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $58,100 -9.6% vs national
Median hourly $27.93
10th percentile $40,130
90th percentile $84,500
Employed locally 40
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,130
    25th
    $40,590
    50th (median)
    $58,100
    75th
    $82,110
    90th
    $84,500

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electrical Engineers $87,930
    Civil Engineers $99,700
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $64,340
    Industrial Engineers $102,020
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $51,620
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $53,860

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Eastern Washington is $27.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.67 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Eastern Washington is 9.6% 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 Washington?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $40,130 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,590.