As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Great Falls, MT is $55,098, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,060 weekly, or $4,592 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 Great Falls, MT vary widely, spanning from $46,988 to $65,891. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,853) and 75th percentile ($60,748), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,891 per year. This $9,895 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, Great Falls Drafting Engineer often earn 5.0% lower than national averages. However, Great Falls currently ranks 746 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 $46,988 Great Falls, MT August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $50,853 Great Falls, MT August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $55,098 Great Falls, MT August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $60,748 Great Falls, MT August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $65,891 Great Falls, MT August 01, 2026
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Great Falls, Montana    Great Falls is a city in and the county seat of Cascade County, Montana, United States. The 2017 census estimate put the population at 58,638. The pop....More

Great Falls, Montana  area prices were up 3.1% from a year ago

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