Mechanical Drafters Salary in Wisconsin
Mechanical Drafters in Wisconsin earn a median of $63,770 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $63,770
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($71,550)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range in Wisconsin
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,010; the top 10% earn over $92,260. Nationally the range is $48,360 to $106,580.
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- Automotive Engineers$95,870 median in Wisconsin (broader BLS group)
- Mechatronics Engineers$110,360 median in Wisconsin (broader BLS group)
- Materials Engineers$96,210 median in Wisconsin
Mechanical Drafters pay in Wisconsin
How much do mechanical drafters make in Wisconsin?
The median is $63,770 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,010 and the top 10% earn over $92,260. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Wisconsin a good state for mechanical drafters?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 47 (−11% vs. the national median of $71,550). Living costs are not included.