As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Connecticut is $65,624, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,262 weekly, or $5,469 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 Connecticut vary widely, spanning from $55,960 to $78,467. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,565) and 75th percentile ($72,346), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,467 per year. This $11,781 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, Connecticut Drafting Engineer often earn 6.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 62 companies. However, Connecticut currently ranks 7 nationwide 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 $55,960 CT October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $60,565 CT October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $65,624 CT October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $72,346 CT October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $78,467 CT October 01, 2026
25% $60,565 10% $55,960 90% $78,467 75% $72,346 $65,624 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $71,726 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $71,706 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $72,341 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $71,621 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $71,801 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $71,769 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $73,156 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $71,542 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $71,860 Date Updated October 01, 2026
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $71,559 Date Updated October 01, 2026
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