Mechanical Drafters Salary in New York
Mechanical Drafters in New York earn a median of $76,490 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $76,490
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($71,550)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,940
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,990; the top 10% earn over $109,530. Nationally the range is $48,360 to $106,580.
States ranked near New York
Similar jobs in New York
- Aerospace Engineers$130,330 median in New York
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters$77,830 median in New York
- Mechanical Engineers$102,440 median in New York
- Automotive Engineers$102,440 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Mechatronics Engineers$117,600 median in New York (broader BLS group)
- Materials Engineers$125,900 median in New York
Mechanical Drafters pay in New York
How much do mechanical drafters make in New York?
The median is $76,490 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $51,990 and the top 10% earn over $109,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for mechanical drafters?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 47 (+7% vs. the national median of $71,550). Living costs are not included.