Drafter salary in United States

The average salary for a Drafter is $27.69 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 3.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Drafter salaries typically range between a low of $18.31 and a high of $41.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Drafter include Longwood, FL at $31.96 per hour, Columbus, OH at $30.37 per hour, and Houston, TX at $29.55 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Drafter include Intuitive ($260,000 per year) and GovCIO ($176,800 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Drafter salary compares to related positions:

• Senior Drafter: Average $34.40 per hour
• Entry Level Drafter: Average $23.26 per hour
• Junior Drafter: Average $24.78 per hour