Electrical and Electronics Drafters Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for electrical and electronics drafterss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $81,280 ≈ $39/hr
National median salary $76,870
Total employment 17,920 nationwide
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Projected growth -5.6%
Decline
Annual openings 1,700 per year (avg)
Employment 2024→2034 21,600 → 20,400 (-1,200)
Typical entry education Associate's degree
Salary Map
Brighter tiles = higher average pay; dashed tiles have no data. Click a state for details.
💰 Top 5 Highest-Paying States
- New Mexico$98,870
- New Hampshire$98,330
- California$89,900
- Georgia$89,350
- Colorado$87,340
📉 5 Lowest-Paying States
- South Dakota$55,670
- Alabama$56,840
- Wyoming$64,080
- Nebraska$64,780
- Delaware$65,400
State Rankings
| # | State | Mean | Median | Hourly | vs. U.S. | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Mexico | $98,870 | $101,330 | $48 | +21.6% | 390 |
| 2 | New Hampshire | $98,330 | $102,070 | $47 | +21% | 220 |
| 3 | California | $89,900 | $78,310 | $43 | +10.6% | 2,730 |
| 4 | Georgia | $89,350 | $80,620 | $43 | +9.9% | 470 |
| 5 | Colorado | $87,340 | $79,300 | $42 | +7.5% | 750 |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $85,060 | $87,290 | $41 | +4.7% | 470 |
| 7 | New York | $84,860 | $77,830 | $41 | +4.4% | 850 |
| 8 | Indiana | $84,150 | $80,100 | $40 | +3.5% | 360 |
| 9 | New Jersey | $83,530 | $77,600 | $40 | +2.8% | 240 |
| 10 | Idaho | $82,520 | $81,590 | $40 | +1.5% | 100 |
| 11 | Oregon | $82,030 | $78,170 | $39 | +0.9% | 330 |
| 12 | Texas | $81,470 | $80,620 | $39 | +0.2% | 1,840 |
| 13 | Missouri | $81,100 | $76,690 | $39 | -0.2% | 420 |
| 14 | Washington | $80,990 | $72,250 | $39 | -0.4% | 390 |
| 15 | Minnesota | $80,300 | $77,330 | $39 | -1.2% | 250 |
| 16 | Connecticut | $79,890 | $66,980 | $38 | -1.7% | 430 |
| 17 | Utah | $79,790 | $79,360 | $38 | -1.8% | 290 |
| 18 | Wisconsin | $79,260 | $75,650 | $38 | -2.5% | 470 |
| 19 | Maryland | $78,800 | $75,680 | $38 | -3.1% | 380 |
| 20 | North Carolina | $78,800 | $81,960 | $38 | -3.1% | 430 |
| 21 | Ohio | $78,270 | $80,840 | $38 | -3.7% | 510 |
| 22 | Arizona | $77,740 | $73,080 | $37 | -4.4% | 570 |
| 23 | Tennessee | $77,390 | $77,180 | $37 | -4.8% | 340 |
| 24 | Iowa | $77,110 | $74,470 | $37 | -5.1% | 180 |
| 25 | Nevada | $76,890 | $71,310 | $37 | -5.4% | 250 |
| 26 | Pennsylvania | $76,750 | $72,720 | $37 | -5.6% | 500 |
| 27 | Michigan | $75,980 | $73,860 | $37 | -6.5% | 380 |
| 28 | South Carolina | $74,920 | $76,440 | $36 | -7.8% | 290 |
| 29 | Kentucky | $74,790 | $79,050 | $36 | -8% | 80 |
| 30 | Virginia | $74,050 | $64,650 | $36 | -8.9% | 280 |
| 31 | Illinois | $74,040 | $68,310 | $36 | -8.9% | 150 |
| 32 | Louisiana | $71,690 | $62,550 | $34 | -11.8% | 150 |
| 33 | Oklahoma | $71,310 | $69,520 | $34 | -12.3% | 290 |
| 34 | Hawaii | $71,290 | $68,050 | $34 | -12.3% | 80 |
| 35 | Maine | $70,930 | $75,100 | $34 | -12.7% | 110 |
| 36 | Florida | $70,900 | $73,010 | $34 | -12.8% | 660 |
| 37 | Mississippi | $66,140 | $58,780 | $32 | -18.6% | 110 |
| 38 | Kansas | $65,770 | $60,730 | $32 | -19.1% | 210 |
| 39 | Delaware | $65,400 | $63,460 | $31 | -19.5% | 60 |
| 40 | Nebraska | $64,780 | $59,570 | $31 | -20.3% | 190 |
| 41 | Wyoming | $64,080 | $64,690 | $31 | -21.2% | 40 |
| 42 | Alabama | $56,840 | $51,650 | $27 | -30.1% | 300 |
| 43 | South Dakota | $55,670 | $50,840 | $27 | -31.5% | 40 |
Top-Paying Metro Areas
Highest median pay among 100 metro areas.
| # | Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $115,530 | $124,170 | 480 |
| 2 | Boulder, CO | $103,910 | $100,940 | 40 |
| 3 | Manchester-Nashua, NH | $102,810 | $99,000 | 160 |
| 4 | Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT | $100,420 | $95,770 | 100 |
| 5 | Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA | $100,090 | $87,000 | 30 |
| 6 | Anchorage, AK | $98,920 | $104,550 | 60 |
| 7 | Worcester, MA | $98,610 | $95,840 | 70 |
| 8 | Boise City, ID | $97,550 | $86,840 | 80 |
| 9 | Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $90,360 | $98,100 | 40 |
| 10 | Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $87,010 | $93,600 | 250 |
Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing electrical and electronics drafterss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $120,520 | $112,880 | 390 |
| 2 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $120,520 | $112,880 | 390 |
| 3 | Construction of Buildings | $116,320 | $113,610 | 50 |
| 4 | Nonresidential Building Construction | $116,320 | $113,610 | 50 |
| 5 | Commercial & Industrial Machinery & Equipment (except Automotive & Electronic) Repair & Maintenance | $108,910 | $91,130 | — |
| 6 | Repair and Maintenance | $108,900 | $89,430 | — |
| 7 | Sector 81 - Other Services (except Public Administration) | $108,900 | $89,430 | — |
| 8 | Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing | $98,820 | $104,840 | 1,120 |
| 9 | Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing | $98,760 | $92,460 | 100 |
| 10 | Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing | $98,240 | $115,470 | 80 |
| 11 | Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | $93,550 | $89,020 | 40 |
| 12 | Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation | $91,300 | $92,930 | 340 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do electrical and electronics drafters make in the U.S.?
The median electrical and electronics drafters salary in the United States is $76,870 per year (mean $81,280), and about 80% earn between $50,040 and $120,290.
How much do electrical and electronics drafters make per hour?
Roughly $39 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $81,280 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays electrical and electronics drafters the most?
New Mexico has the highest average pay for electrical and electronics drafters at $98,870 per year (median $101,330).
What is the job outlook for electrical and electronics drafters?
Employment is projected to change -5.6% from 2024 to 2034 (Decline), with about 1,700 openings per year.
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