Mechanical Drafters Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,040 -5.1% vs national
Median hourly $31.27
10th percentile $45,440
90th percentile $90,460
Employed locally 30
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,440
    25th
    $49,970
    50th (median)
    $65,040
    75th
    $74,680
    90th
    $90,460

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $84,500
    Mechanical Engineers $84,200
    Electrical Engineers $101,160
    Civil Engineers $78,460
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,900
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $71,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Northern Michigan is $31.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $43.49 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Northern Michigan is 5.1% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $45,440 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,970.