As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Boston, MA is $68,479, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,317 weekly, or $5,707 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 Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $58,428 to $81,937. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,218) and 75th percentile ($75,523), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,937 per year. This $12,305 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, Boston Drafting Engineer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 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 $58,428 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,218 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,479 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $75,523 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $81,937 Boston, MA January 01, 2026
25% $63,218 10% $58,428 90% $81,937 75% $75,523 $68,479 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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