Mechanical Drafters Salary in Northeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,890 -35.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.10
10th percentile $38,400
90th percentile $64,780
Employed locally 70
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,400
    25th
    $38,750
    50th (median)
    $43,890
    75th
    $57,840
    90th
    $64,780

    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 Northeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $87,230
    Civil Engineers $91,260
    Mechanical Engineers $86,420
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,180
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $54,280
    Electrical Engineers $99,380

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Northeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Northeast Alabama is $21.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.00 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Alabama above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Northeast Alabama is 35.9% 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 Northeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $38,400 per year in Northeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,750.