Mechanical Drafters Salary in Central Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,540 -24.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.78
10th percentile $37,820
90th percentile $77,430
Employed locally 90
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,820
    25th
    $46,860
    50th (median)
    $51,540
    75th
    $59,960
    90th
    $77,430

    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 Central Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,780
    Mechanical Engineers $79,220
    Civil Engineers $82,680
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $57,240
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $84,140
    Electrical Engineers $99,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Central Pennsylvania is $24.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.66 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Central Pennsylvania is 24.8% 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 Central Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $37,820 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,860.