Mechanical Drafters Salary in Eastern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $58,260 -15% vs national
Median hourly $28.01
10th percentile $45,390
90th percentile $79,940
Employed locally 50
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,390
    25th
    $48,860
    50th (median)
    $58,260
    75th
    $74,910
    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 Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $90,990
    Civil Engineers $100,340
    Mechanical Engineers $83,110
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,810
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $56,490
    Surveyors $49,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Eastern Ohio is $28.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.37 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Eastern Ohio is 15% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $45,390 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,860.