How much does a drafter make in Alabama?
$47,320a year
Median yearly pay for drafters in Alabama. That is $22.75 an hour or $3,943 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.75
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,120Median: $47,320Highest 10%: $80,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,120 | $16.40 | |
| 25th | $36,750 | $17.67 | |
| Median | $47,320 | $22.75 | |
| 75th | $61,030 | $29.34 | |
| 90th | $80,030 | $38.48 |
Cities in Alabama
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drafters.
| 37. Illinois | $53,300 |
| 38. Oklahoma | $49,920 |
| 39. Arkansas | $48,020 |
| 40. Alabama | $47,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drafter make an hour in Alabama?
The median hourly pay in Alabama is $22.75 ($47,320 a year).
Do drafters make more in Alabama than the national average?
No: $47,320 against $63,520 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Alabama rank for drafter pay?
Alabama ranks 40 of 40 states.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.