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Mechanical Drafters Salary in Massachusetts
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Mechanical Drafters make in Massachusetts?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$75,490
Median Annual Salary
▲
+5.4% vs 2024
$79,060
Mean Salary
$75,490
Median Salary
$36.29
Hourly Rate
620 people work as Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts
Mechanical Drafters salary by percentile in Massachusetts
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $75,490 per year ($6,290/month).
This is 9.9% above the national average of $68,696.
Massachusetts ranks #13 out of 47 states for Mechanical Drafters pay.
Approximately 620 people work in this occupation across Massachusetts.
Salaries increased by 5.4% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Mechanical Drafters
Prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices, including dimensions, fastening methods, and other engineering information.
Top Skills
Reading Comprehension
3.25
Active Listening
3.25
Mathematics
3.25
Critical Thinking
3.25
Active Learning
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Design
4.82
Engineering and Technology
4.73
Mechanical
4.48
Mathematics
4.37
English Language
3.93
Typical Education: Associate's Degree
(61.3% of workers)
Salary Range: Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts
Salaries for Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts range from $52,660 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $108,020 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $61,990 and $96,570.
Median $75,490
P10: $52,660P25: $61,990P75: $96,570P90: $108,020
10th
$52,660
25th
$61,990
Median
$75,490
75th
$96,570
90th
$108,020
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$52,660
$25.32
$4,388
25th Percentile
$61,990
$29.80
$5,165
Median (50th)
$75,490
$36.29
$6,290
75th Percentile
$96,570
$46.43
$8,047
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$108,020
$51.93
$9,001
Note: The mean (average) salary of $79,060 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Mechanical Drafters make in Massachusetts?
The median annual salary for Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts is $75,490 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $79,060.
What is the salary range for a Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts?
Salaries for Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts range from $52,660 at the 10th percentile to $108,020 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $61,990 and $96,570.
What is the starting salary for a Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts?
Entry-level Mechanical Drafters positions in Massachusetts typically start around $52,660 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $61,990 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 620 people are employed as Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts.
What is the hourly rate for a Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Mechanical Drafters in Massachusetts is approximately $36.29 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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