Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,300 -21.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.18
10th percentile $39,630
90th percentile $77,760
Employed locally 110
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,630
    25th
    $39,940
    50th (median)
    $50,300
    75th
    $66,130
    90th
    $77,760

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers$106,650
    Industrial Engineers$83,020
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer$121,060
    Engineers, All Other$122,700
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$92,620
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians$85,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southern Indiana is $24.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.63 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southern Indiana is 21.7% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $39,630 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,940.