Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $62,390 -2.9% vs national
Median hourly $30.00
10th percentile $47,730
90th percentile $81,200
Employed locally 70
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,730
    25th
    $53,340
    50th (median)
    $62,390
    75th
    $76,700
    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$96,420
    Mechanical Engineers$99,320
    Civil Engineers$99,830
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$57,630
    Mechanical Drafters$65,160
    Electrical Engineers$101,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southeast Iowa is $30.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southeast Iowa is 2.9% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $47,730 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,340.