Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Minnesota
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 8 metro areas • Minnesota
Architectural and Civil Drafters in Minnesota earn a median salary of $65,143 per year on average across 8 metro and nonmetro areas, +1.3% vs the national median of $64,280. An estimated 2,240 architectural and civil drafters are employed across Minnesota, with salaries ranging from $59,400 to $78,160 depending on location.
$65,143
Avg median salary in Minnesota
$78,160
Highest paying metro
$59,400
Lowest paying metro
2,240
Employed in Minnesota
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Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries by city in Minnesota
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | $78,160 | $64,300 | $99,360 | 120 |
| Minneapolis, MN-WI | $69,790 | $62,830 | $82,170 | 1,730 |
| Mankato, MN | $66,130 | $53,880 | $74,800 | 90 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $63,480 | $58,800 | $75,920 | — |
| St. Cloud, MN | $61,460 | $53,690 | $69,900 | 60 |
| Southwest Minnesota | $61,420 | $57,570 | $74,660 | 90 |
| Northwest Minnesota | $61,300 | $51,420 | $72,720 | 110 |
| Southeast Minnesota | $59,400 | $56,150 | $74,660 | 40 |