Mechanical Drafters Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,210 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.87
10th percentile $51,800
90th percentile $75,280
Employed locally 50
National median $68,510

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,800
    25th
    $53,360
    50th (median)
    $64,210
    75th
    $72,230
    90th
    $75,280

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $95,170
    Electrical Engineers $104,850
    Mechanical Engineers $94,400
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $67,990
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $92,180
    Cartographers and Photogrammetrists $79,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Mechanical Drafters make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Mechanical Drafters in Western Washington is $30.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.81 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Mechanical Drafters salaries?

    The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Western Washington is 6.3% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Mechanical Drafters (10th percentile) earn around $51,800 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,360.