Mechanical Drafters Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $59,510 -13.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.61
10th percentile $40,770
90th percentile $76,730
Employed locally 200
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,770
    25th
    $47,360
    50th (median)
    $59,510
    75th
    $61,170
    90th
    $76,730

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $96,830
    Calibration Technologists and Technicians $59,520
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $78,290
    Mechanical Engineers $79,730
    Electrical Engineers $109,450
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $56,190

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Northeast Nebraska is $28.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.89 or more per hour.

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

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Northeast Nebraska is 13.1% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $40,770 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,360.