Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in North Arkansas

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

Median annual salary $55,840 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.85
10th percentile $42,590
90th percentile $102,510
Employed locally 60
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,590
    25th
    $49,700
    50th (median)
    $55,840
    75th
    $69,510
    90th
    $102,510

    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 North Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $90,990
    Civil Engineers $94,500
    Electrical Engineers $86,560
    Mechanical Engineers $76,380
    Engineers, All Other $69,090
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $52,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in North Arkansas is $26.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in North Arkansas is 13.1% 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 North Arkansas?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $42,590 per year in North Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,700.