As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Afton, VA is $57,462, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,105 weekly, or $4,789 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 Afton, VA vary widely, spanning from $49,000 to $68,708. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,033) and 75th percentile ($63,349), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,708 per year. This $10,316 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, Afton Drafting Engineer often earn 7.1% 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 $49,000 Afton, VA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $53,033 Afton, VA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $57,462 Afton, VA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,349 Afton, VA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,708 Afton, VA October 01, 2026
25% $53,033 10% $49,000 90% $68,708 75% $63,349 $57,462 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Afton, Virginia    Afton is an unincorporated community in Albemarle and Nelson counties in the U.S. state of Virginia. It is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge ....More

Afton, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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