Mechanical Drafters Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,780 -5.4% vs national
Median hourly $31.14
10th percentile $47,850
90th percentile $98,450
Employed locally 30
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,850
    25th
    $55,990
    50th (median)
    $64,780
    75th
    $78,630
    90th
    $98,450

    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 Southwest Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $100,160
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $93,750
    Petroleum Engineers $163,390
    Civil Engineers $95,640
    Electrical Engineers $110,230
    Industrial Engineers $125,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Southwest Oklahoma?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Southwest Oklahoma is $31.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $47.33 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Oklahoma above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 5.4% 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 Southwest Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $47,850 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,990.