Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Northwest Iowa

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

Median annual salary $69,200 +7.7% vs national
Median hourly $33.27
10th percentile $52,530
90th percentile $109,670
Employed locally 60
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,530
    25th
    $52,550
    50th (median)
    $69,200
    75th
    $84,910
    90th
    $109,670

    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 Northwest Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $82,530
    Mechanical Engineers $80,040
    Civil Engineers $82,080
    Electrical Engineers $105,810
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,690
    Mechanical Drafters $61,610

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Northwest Iowa is $33.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Northwest Iowa is 7.7% above 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 Northwest Iowa?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $52,530 per year in Northwest Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,550.