As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Boise, ID is $57,517, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,106 weekly, or $4,793 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 Boise, ID vary widely, spanning from $49,051 to $68,784. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,086) and 75th percentile ($63,415), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,784 per year. This $10,329 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, Boise Drafting Engineer often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Boise currently ranks 616 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 $49,051 Boise, ID August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $53,086 Boise, ID August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $57,517 Boise, ID August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,415 Boise, ID August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,784 Boise, ID August 01, 2026
25% $53,086 10% $49,051 90% $68,784 75% $63,415 $57,517 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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    1 - 3 years experience
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