As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Abbott, TX is $54,553, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,049 weekly, or $4,546 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Drafting Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Drafting Engineer in Abbott, TX vary widely, spanning from $46,547 to $65,275. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,362) and 75th percentile ($60,165), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,275 per year. This $9,803 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Installation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Abbott Drafting Engineer often earn 8.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Drafting Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $46,547 Abbott, TX January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $50,362 Abbott, TX January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $54,553 Abbott, TX January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $60,165 Abbott, TX January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $65,275 Abbott, TX January 01, 2026
25% $50,362 10% $46,547 90% $65,275 75% $60,165 $54,553 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Abbott, Texas    Abbott is a city in Hill County, Texas, United States. The population was 356 in 2010. Abbott is located on Interstate 35, about 24 miles north of Wac....More

Abbott, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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