As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Akron, MI is $57,120, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,098 weekly, or $4,760 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 Akron, MI vary widely, spanning from $48,737 to $68,345. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,732) and 75th percentile ($62,996), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,345 per year. This $10,264 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, Akron Drafting Engineer often earn 5.5% 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 $48,737 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $52,732 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $57,120 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $62,996 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,345 Akron, MI January 01, 2026
25% $52,732 10% $48,737 90% $68,345 75% $62,996 $57,120 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
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About Akron, Michigan    Akron is a village in Tuscola County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 402 at the 2010 census. The village is located on the boundary....More

Akron, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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