Architectural and Civil Drafters Salary in Southwest New York

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

Median annual salary $62,260 -3.1% vs national
Median hourly $29.93
10th percentile $43,840
90th percentile $80,090
Employed locally 40
National median $64,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,840
    25th
    $51,670
    50th (median)
    $62,260
    75th
    $70,840
    90th
    $80,090

    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 New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $93,540
    Mechanical Engineers $99,040
    Civil Engineers $89,190
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $68,310
    Engineers, All Other $112,790
    Electrical Engineers $100,990

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Architectural and Civil Drafters in Southwest New York is $29.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.04 or more per hour.

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

    The median Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in Southwest New York is 3.1% 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 New York?

    Entry-level Architectural and Civil Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $43,840 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,670.