Mechanical Drafters Salary in South Georgia

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

Median annual salary $50,470 -26.3% vs national
Median hourly $24.26
10th percentile $41,480
90th percentile $80,000
Employed locally 60
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,480
    25th
    $48,910
    50th (median)
    $50,470
    75th
    $60,790
    90th
    $80,000

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $103,460
    Civil Engineers $75,640
    Electrical Engineers $98,710
    Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $82,220
    Mechanical Engineers $93,180
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $57,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in South Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in South Georgia is $24.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.40 or more per hour.

    Is South Georgia above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in South Georgia is 26.3% 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 Georgia?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $41,480 per year in South Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,910.