Mechanical Drafters Salary in Southern Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $65,840 -3.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.65
10th percentile $45,910
90th percentile $104,480
Employed locally 110
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,910
    25th
    $53,580
    50th (median)
    $65,840
    75th
    $80,460
    90th
    $104,480

    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 Southern Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $106,650
    Industrial Engineers $83,020
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $121,060
    Engineers, All Other $122,700
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,620
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $85,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Southern Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Southern Indiana is $31.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.43 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Indiana above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Southern Indiana is 3.9% 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 Southern Indiana?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $45,910 per year in Southern Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,580.