Mechanical Drafters Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,990 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $30.29
10th percentile $44,310
90th percentile $94,280
Employed locally 30
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,310
    25th
    $48,320
    50th (median)
    $62,990
    75th
    $74,500
    90th
    $94,280

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers$88,440
    Mechanical Engineers$83,700
    Civil Engineers$88,840
    Electrical Engineers$100,820
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$65,530
    Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians$71,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in West Central Illinois is $30.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $45.33 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in West Central Illinois is 8.1% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $44,310 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,320.