How much does a mechanical drafter make in Seattle?
$94,470a year
Median yearly pay for mechanical drafters in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area. That is $45.42 an hour or $7,873 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.42
- Vs. national median
- +32%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 180
- Jobs in the area
- 1,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,670Median: $94,470Highest 10%: $137,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,670 | $28.69 | |
| 25th | $67,220 | $32.32 | |
| Median | $94,470 | $45.42 | |
| 75th | $133,400 | $64.14 | |
| 90th | $137,700 | $66.20 |
Other cities in Washington
Median yearly pay for mechanical drafters.
| Portland, OR | $80,510 |
| Bellingham, WA | $73,680 |
| Spokane, WA | $61,060 |
Related jobs in Seattle
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $169,100 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $163,600 |
| Nuclear Engineer | $161,100 |
| Materials Engineer | $156,100 |
| Electrical Engineer | $140,200 |
| Electronics Engineer | $138,900 |
| Engineer | $137,400 |
| Industrial Engineer | $131,200 |
| Health and Safety Engineer | $129,800 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $128,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a mechanical drafter make an hour in Seattle?
The median hourly pay in the Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro area is $45.42 ($94,470 a year).
Do mechanical drafters make more in Seattle than the national average?
Yes: $94,470 against $71,550 nationally, 32% more.
How does Seattle compare with the rest of Washington?
The median in Washington is $76,820, so Seattle pays 23% more.
Where does Seattle rank for mechanical drafter pay?
4 of 180 metro areas with data.
How much does a mechanical drafter make starting out in Seattle?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $137,700 or more.
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.