Mechanical Drafters Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Illinois
Mechanical Drafters in Illinois earn a median salary of $63,568 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.2% vs the national median of $68,510. An estimated 660 mechanical drafters are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $50,830 to $74,590 depending on location.
$63,568
Avg median salary in Illinois
$74,590
Highest paying metro
$50,830
Lowest paying metro
660
Employed in Illinois
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inMechanical Drafters salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $74,590 | $61,280 | $91,870 | 550 |
| Rockford, IL | $65,860 | $58,650 | $86,570 | 50 |
| West Central Illinois | $62,990 | $48,320 | $74,500 | 30 |
| Northwest Illinois | $50,830 | $47,260 | $62,600 | 30 |