Mechanical Drafters Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $85,220 +24.4% vs national
Median hourly $40.97
10th percentile $66,420
90th percentile $111,340
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $66,420
    25th
    $66,420
    50th (median)
    $85,220
    75th
    $85,220
    90th
    $111,340

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers$107,040
    Engineers, All Other$163,260
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$54,700
    Environmental Engineers$99,090
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians$46,280
    Electrical Engineers$128,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Northern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Northern New Mexico is $40.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.53 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Mexico above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Northern New Mexico is 24.4% above 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 New Mexico?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $66,420 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,420.