Mechanical Drafters Salary in New Mexico
Mechanical Drafters in New Mexico earn a median of $89,940 a year, +26% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $89,940
- vs. U.S. median
- +26% ($71,550)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,840; the top 10% earn over $131,340. Nationally the range is $48,360 to $106,580.
States ranked near New Mexico
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- Materials Engineers$165,600 median in New Mexico
Mechanical Drafters pay in New Mexico
How much do mechanical drafters make in New Mexico?
The median is $89,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $52,840 and the top 10% earn over $131,340. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for mechanical drafters?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 47 (+26% vs. the national median of $71,550). Living costs are not included.