As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Aberdeen, MD is $61,906, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,191 weekly, or $5,159 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Drafting Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Drafting Engineer in Aberdeen, MD vary widely, spanning from $52,789 to $74,021. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,134) and 75th percentile ($68,247), while top earners (90th percentile) make $74,021 per year. This $11,113 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, Aberdeen Drafting Engineer often earn 2.2% higher 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 $52,789 Aberdeen, MD October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $57,134 Aberdeen, MD October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $61,906 Aberdeen, MD October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,247 Aberdeen, MD October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $74,021 Aberdeen, MD October 01, 2026
25% $57,134 10% $52,789 90% $74,021 75% $68,247 $61,906 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Drafting Engineer

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Drafting Engineer in Aberdeen, MD. The base salary for Drafting Engineer ranges from $57,134 to $68,247 with the average base salary of $61,906. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $63,140 to $78,635 with the average total cash compensation of $70,202.

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About Aberdeen, Maryland    Aberdeen is a city located in Harford County, Maryland, 26 miles (42 km) northeast of Baltimore. The population was 14,959 at the 2010 United States C....More

Aberdeen, Maryland  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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