As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Adak, AK is $65,981, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,269 weekly, or $5,498 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 Adak, AK vary widely, spanning from $56,265 to $78,894. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,895) and 75th percentile ($72,740), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,894 per year. This $11,845 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, Adak Drafting Engineer often earn 0.7% 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 $56,265 Adak, AK October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $60,895 Adak, AK October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $65,981 Adak, AK October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $72,740 Adak, AK October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $78,894 Adak, AK October 01, 2026
25% $60,895 10% $56,265 90% $78,894 75% $72,740 $65,981 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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About Adak, Alaska    Adak /ˈeɪdæk/, formerly Adak Station, (Unangax̂: Adaax) is a city located on Adak Island, in the Aleutians West Census Area, Alaska, United States. At....More

Adak, Alaska  area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago

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