Mechanical Drafters Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $57,700 -15.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.74
10th percentile $47,280
90th percentile $79,560
Employed locally 120
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,280
    25th
    $53,590
    50th (median)
    $57,700
    75th
    $66,040
    90th
    $79,560

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,550
    Mechanical Engineers $90,660
    Electrical Engineers $84,340
    Civil Engineers $81,420
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,970
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $65,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in South Central Wisconsin is $27.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.30 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in South Central Wisconsin is 15.8% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $47,280 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,590.