As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Augusta, GA is $56,819, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,093 weekly, or $4,735 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 Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $48,480 to $67,985. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,454) and 75th percentile ($62,664), while top earners (90th percentile) make $67,985 per year. This $10,210 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, Augusta Drafting Engineer often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 664 statewide for Drafting Engineer job salary. 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 $48,480 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $52,454 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $56,819 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $62,664 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $67,985 Augusta, GA January 01, 2026
25% $52,454 10% $48,480 90% $67,985 75% $62,664 $56,819 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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