As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Dothan, AL is $52,834, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,016 weekly, or $4,403 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 Dothan, AL vary widely, spanning from $45,080 to $63,217. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,775) and 75th percentile ($58,269), while top earners (90th percentile) make $63,217 per year. This $9,494 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, Dothan Drafting Engineer often earn 6.3% lower than national averages. However, Dothan currently ranks 797 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 $45,080 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $48,775 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $52,834 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $58,269 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,217 Dothan, AL January 01, 2026
25% $48,775 10% $45,080 90% $63,217 75% $58,269 $52,834 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Dothan, Alabama    Dothan /ˈdoʊθən/ is a city in Dale, Henry, and Houston counties in the U.S. state of Alabama. It is the county seat of Houston County and the seventh ....More

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