How much does a drafter make in Michigan?
$67,750a year
Median yearly pay for drafters in Michigan. That is $32.57 an hour or $5,646 a month.
- Hourly
- $32.57
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,500Median: $67,750Highest 10%: $115,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,500 | $22.84 | |
| 25th | $56,590 | $27.21 | |
| Median | $67,750 | $32.57 | |
| 75th | $87,960 | $42.29 | |
| 90th | $115,600 | $55.60 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Detroit, MI | $79,960 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $66,240 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drafters.
| 8. Arizona | $70,070 |
| 9. Utah | $69,420 |
| 10. Louisiana | $68,470 |
| 11. Michigan | $67,750 |
| 12. Mississippi | $67,730 |
| 13. Colorado | $67,320 |
| 14. Virginia | $67,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drafter make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $32.57 ($67,750 a year).
Do drafters make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $67,750 against $63,520 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Michigan rank for drafter pay?
Michigan ranks 11 of 40 states.
Which city in Michigan pays drafters the most?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI, with a median of $79,960 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.