Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Northwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $61,300 -4.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.47
10th percentile $45,330
90th percentile $81,600
Employed locally 110
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,330
    25th
    $51,420
    50th (median)
    $61,300
    75th
    $72,720
    90th
    $81,600

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$85,170
    Mechanical Engineers$79,540
    Civil Engineers$94,230
    Electrical Engineers$95,230
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$60,010
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$76,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Northwest Minnesota is $29.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.48 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Northwest Minnesota is 4.6% 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 Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $45,330 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,420.