Mechanical Drafters Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,600 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $30.58
10th percentile $43,670
90th percentile $84,350
Employed locally 50
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,670
    25th
    $51,770
    50th (median)
    $63,600
    75th
    $81,820
    90th
    $84,350

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $91,580
    Mechanical Engineers $93,620
    Civil Engineers $92,670
    Engineers, All Other $98,440
    Aerospace Engineers $113,030
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $95,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Eastern North Carolina is $30.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.74 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Eastern North Carolina is 7.2% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $43,670 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,770.