Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,890 -5.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.27
10th percentile $49,040
90th percentile $81,200
Employed locally 30
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,040
    25th
    $55,000
    50th (median)
    $60,890
    75th
    $74,060
    90th
    $81,200

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $89,070
    Mechanical Engineers $84,300
    Civil Engineers $91,200
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $64,140
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $50,090
    Electrical Engineers $104,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Northeast Iowa is $29.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Northeast Iowa is 5.3% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $49,040 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,000.