Mechanical Drafters Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,290 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $31.39
10th percentile $48,020
90th percentile $79,940
Employed locally 40
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,020
    25th
    $57,370
    50th (median)
    $65,290
    75th
    $74,510
    90th
    $79,940

    Top-paying metros for Mechanical Drafters

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $111,820
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $94,180
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $88,540
    Colorado Springs, CO $87,860
    Boulder, CO $86,500
    Fort Collins-Loveland, CO $86,230

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $99,240
    Mechanical Engineers $101,680
    Civil Engineers $89,640
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,170
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $51,900
    Electrical Engineers $93,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Capital/Northern New York is $31.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.82 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Capital/Northern New York is 4.7% below the national median of $68,510. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Mechanical Drafters in Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $48,020 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,370.