As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Billings, MT is $59,265, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,140 weekly, or $4,939 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 Billings, MT vary widely, spanning from $50,542 to $70,875. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,699) and 75th percentile ($65,342), while top earners (90th percentile) make $70,875 per year. This $10,643 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, Billings Drafting Engineer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Billings currently ranks 489 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 $50,542 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $54,699 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $59,265 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $65,342 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $70,875 Billings, MT August 01, 2026
25% $54,699 10% $50,542 90% $70,875 75% $65,342 $59,265 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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    CAD Support Technician II

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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