Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,780 +0.8% vs national
Median hourly $31.14
10th percentile $46,230
90th percentile $85,730
Employed locally 90
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,230
    25th
    $52,960
    50th (median)
    $64,780
    75th
    $76,380
    90th
    $85,730

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,550
    Mechanical Engineers $90,660
    Electrical Engineers $84,340
    Civil Engineers $81,420
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,970
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in South Central Wisconsin is $31.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.07 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in South Central Wisconsin is 0.8% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $46,230 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,960.