How much does a drafter make in Texas?
$59,990a year
Median yearly pay for drafters in Texas. That is $28.84 an hour or $4,999 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.84
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 2,450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,680Median: $59,990Highest 10%: $91,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,680 | $17.63 | |
| 25th | $48,190 | $23.17 | |
| Median | $59,990 | $28.84 | |
| 75th | $72,550 | $34.88 | |
| 90th | $91,500 | $43.99 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Austin, TX | $64,490 |
| Dallas, TX | $61,200 |
| San Antonio, TX | $60,950 |
| Houston, TX | $60,820 |
| Longview, TX | $58,900 |
| Lubbock, TX | $58,430 |
| El Paso, TX | $56,420 |
| College Station, TX | $55,590 |
| Tyler, TX | $51,100 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for drafters.
| 21. Missouri | $61,990 |
| 22. South Carolina | $61,250 |
| 23. Iowa | $60,750 |
| 24. Texas | $59,990 |
| 25. Florida | $59,970 |
| 26. Vermont | $59,930 |
| 27. North Carolina | $59,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a drafter make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $28.84 ($59,990 a year).
Do drafters make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $59,990 against $63,520 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Texas rank for drafter pay?
Texas ranks 24 of 40 states.
Which city in Texas pays drafters the most?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX, with a median of $64,490 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.