Mechanical Drafters Salary in Colorado
Mechanical Drafters in Colorado earn a median of $85,280 a year, +19% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $85,280
- vs. U.S. median
- +19% ($71,550)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 580
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,700; the top 10% earn over $127,880. Nationally the range is $48,360 to $106,580.
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Mechanical Drafters pay in Colorado
How much do mechanical drafters make in Colorado?
The median is $85,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $57,700 and the top 10% earn over $127,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for mechanical drafters?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 47 (+19% vs. the national median of $71,550). Living costs are not included.