How much does a drafter make in Kentucky?
$57,930a year
Median yearly pay for drafters in Kentucky. That is $27.85 an hour or $4,828 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.85
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,760Median: $57,930Highest 10%: $80,240
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 25th | $49,180 | $23.64 | |
| Median | $57,930 | $27.85 | |
| 75th | $64,110 | $30.82 | |
| 90th | $80,240 | $38.58 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cincinnati, OH | $60,950 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drafters.
| 28. Oregon | $58,790 |
| 29. Nebraska | $58,640 |
| 30. Indiana | $58,600 |
| 31. Kentucky | $57,930 |
| 32. Ohio | $57,610 |
| 33. Idaho | $56,430 |
| 34. Maryland | $55,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drafter make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $27.85 ($57,930 a year).
Do drafters make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $57,930 against $63,520 nationally, 9% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for drafter pay?
Kentucky ranks 31 of 40 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays drafters the most?
Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN, with a median of $60,950 a year.
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.