Mechanical Drafters Salary in Southeast Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,670 -12.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.69
10th percentile $33,550
90th percentile $78,520
Employed locally 30
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,550
    25th
    $47,050
    50th (median)
    $59,670
    75th
    $65,240
    90th
    $78,520

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $85,510
    Mechanical Engineers $78,640
    Surveyors $49,640
    Civil Engineers $73,840
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $39,460
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $55,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Southeast Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Southeast Missouri is $28.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.75 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Missouri above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Southeast Missouri is 12.9% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $33,550 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,050.