Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,990 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $25.47
10th percentile $41,530
90th percentile $80,560
Employed locally 40
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,530
    25th
    $49,190
    50th (median)
    $52,990
    75th
    $58,740
    90th
    $80,560

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $82,830
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Kansas is $25.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.46 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Kansas is 17.6% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $41,530 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,190.