Mechanical Drafters Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,990 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.40
10th percentile $42,400
90th percentile $74,060
Employed locally 30
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,400
    25th
    $47,310
    50th (median)
    $56,990
    75th
    $63,220
    90th
    $74,060

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $106,930
    Civil Engineers $84,520
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $110,500
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $48,250
    Mechanical Engineers $86,380
    Electrical Engineers $119,590

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Southeast-Central Idaho is $27.40, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 16.8% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $42,400 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,310.