Mechanical Drafters
Prepare diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Above the statewide median $31.11 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Shrinking
Growth rate: -4.7% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
Associate's degree is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
CADD Operator (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Operator) Designer Architect See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Mechanical Drafters *
U S |
$25.76 | $31.73 | $40.31 |
---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$26.59 | $31.11 | $37.73 |
Central Minnesota |
$28.75 | $31.58 | $38.46 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$28.5 | $32.37 | $36.37 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$23.89 | $29.18 | $35.65 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$28.7 | $29.97 | $37.98 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$24.83 | $29.64 | $34.79 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$26.59 | $32.26 | $38.23 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 1320 workers employed in this small career.
Where do Mechanical Drafters most often work?
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
- Administrative and Support Services
Current Demand
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