Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $61,420 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $29.53
10th percentile $47,680
90th percentile $75,640
Employed locally 90
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,680
    25th
    $57,570
    50th (median)
    $61,420
    75th
    $74,660
    90th
    $75,640

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$97,380
    Mechanical Engineers$85,400
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$62,680
    Civil Engineers$94,520
    Electrical Engineers$101,440
    Mechanical Drafters$70,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southwest Minnesota is $29.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.43 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southwest Minnesota is 4.4% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $47,680 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,570.