Mechanical Drafters Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,760 -14.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.25
10th percentile $45,690
90th percentile $82,870
Employed locally 90
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,690
    25th
    $49,700
    50th (median)
    $58,760
    75th
    $74,960
    90th
    $82,870

    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 Northeastern Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $88,980
    Mechanical Engineers $85,490
    Civil Engineers $93,100
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,910
    Electrical Engineers $90,590
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $59,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Northeastern Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Northeastern Wisconsin is $28.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.17 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Wisconsin above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 14.2% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $45,690 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,700.