Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,840 -10% vs national
Median hourly $27.81
10th percentile $40,570
90th percentile $79,340
Employed locally 90
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,570
    25th
    $44,470
    50th (median)
    $57,840
    75th
    $65,250
    90th
    $79,340

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $89,610
    Electrical Engineers $104,720
    Industrial Engineers $102,090
    Mechanical Engineers $91,850
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $52,890
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $73,870

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Architectural and Civil Drafters make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southwest Maine is $27.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.62 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Architectural and Civil Drafters salaries?

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southwest Maine is 10% 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $40,570 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,470.