What are the main factors that influence an Electrical Drafting's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Electrical Drafting's salary?

An Electrical Drafting's salary grows with experience: an Electrical Engineering Technician I (0-1 years)earns $56,547, an Electrical Drafting (1-3 years)earns $62,452, an Electrical Engineering Technician III (3-5 years)earns $69,638,

What are the highest paying states for an Electrical Drafting?

Electrical Drafting salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Electrical Drafting roles are District of Columbia $65,057, California $64,810, Massachusetts $63,946. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Electrical Drafting roles make?

Salaries for Electrical Drafting level roles vary by specialization: Drafting Manager: $134,133; Design/Drafting Manager: $127,290; Drafting Projects Manager: $127,290; Drafting Supervisor: $114,871; Drafting Detailer: $94,009.

Electrical Drafting Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Electrical Drafting make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Electrical Drafting in Rhode Island is $60,920 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, an Electrical Drafting's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,962
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,569 to $67,747
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,875

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Electrical Drafting Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,747	$5,646	$1,303	$33
Average	$60,920	$5,077	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$53,569	$4,464	$1,030	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Electrical Drafting Salaries

An Electrical Drafting's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Electrical Drafting Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Electrical Draftings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,057.
California: $64,810.
Massachusetts: $63,946.

District of Columbia $65,057 California $64,810 Massachusetts $63,946 Washington $63,711 New Jersey $63,688 Alaska $63,606 Connecticut $62,795 New York $62,466

Hawaii $61,414 Rhode Island $60,920 Maryland $60,585 Minnesota $60,127 Colorado $59,951 Illinois $59,892 Oregon $59,669 Delaware $59,504

New Hampshire $59,401 Virginia $59,169 Pennsylvania $58,494 Nevada $58,153 North Dakota $58,041 Michigan $57,865 Wisconsin $57,800 Vermont $57,671

Texas $57,313 Maine $57,289 Arizona $57,254 Ohio $57,213 Georgia $56,672 Indiana $56,402 Wyoming $56,349 Utah $56,267

Iowa $56,231 Kansas $55,949 Louisiana $55,867 North Carolina $55,838 Missouri $55,826 Florida $55,597 Montana $55,473 Nebraska $55,356

Kentucky $55,291 South Carolina $55,056 Tennessee $54,909 Idaho $54,851 New Mexico $54,422 Oklahoma $54,328 Alabama $53,981 South Dakota $53,399

Arkansas $53,082 West Virginia $52,912 Mississippi $52,400

Top Paying Cities for Electrical Draftings

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $61,919
Albion: $60,891
Ashaway: $62,154

Adamsville, RI $61,919 Albion, RI $60,891 Ashaway, RI $62,154 Barrington, RI $60,891 Block Island, RI $61,831 Bradford, RI $62,113 Bristol, RI $60,832 Carolina, RI $61,608

Charlestown, RI $61,672 Chepachet, RI $60,773 Clayville, RI $60,832 Coventry, RI $60,773 West Greenwich, RI $60,732 East Greenwich, RI $60,815 Exeter, RI $62,113 Fiskeville, RI $60,891

Forestdale, RI $60,832 Foster, RI $60,732 Glendale, RI $60,732 Greene, RI $61,414 Greenville, RI $60,891 Harmony, RI $60,873 Harrisville, RI $60,773 Hope, RI $60,891

Hope Valley, RI $62,154 Hopkinton, RI $62,172 Jamestown, RI $61,549 Kenyon, RI $62,095 Little Compton, RI $61,896 Manville, RI $60,891 Mapleville, RI $60,732 Newport, RI $61,561

Middletown, RI $61,819 North Kingstown, RI $60,715 North Scituate, RI $60,873 Oakland, RI $60,791 Pascoag, RI $60,756 Pawtucket, RI $60,891 Central Falls, RI $60,891 Cumberland, RI $60,891

Lincoln, RI $60,891 Portsmouth, RI $61,314 Prudence Island, RI $60,773 Rockville, RI $62,172 Saunderstown, RI $61,584 Shannock, RI $62,078 Slatersville, RI $60,832 Slocum, RI $61,584

Tiverton, RI $61,937 Wakefield, RI $61,520 Kingston, RI $61,531 Narragansett, RI $61,543 Peace Dale, RI $61,520 Warren, RI $60,873 Warwick, RI $60,891 Westerly, RI $62,189

West Kingston, RI $61,567 West Warwick, RI $60,891 Wood River Junction, RI $62,113 Woonsocket, RI $60,832 North Smithfield, RI $60,873 Wyoming, RI $62,095 Providence, RI $60,891 Cranston, RI $60,891

North Providence, RI $60,891 East Providence, RI $60,891 Riverside, RI $60,891 Rumford, RI $60,891 Smithfield, RI $60,891 Johnston, RI $60,891

Electrical Drafting Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Electrical Drafting's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$53,569

Average $60,920/year

$67,747

$4,464

Average $5,077/month

$5,646

$1,030

Average $1,172/week

$1,303

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,747	$5,646	$1,303	$33
Average	$60,920	$5,077	$1,172	$29
25th Percentile	$53,569	$4,464	$1,030	$26

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