As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Nampa, ID is $57,069, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,097 weekly, or $4,756 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 Nampa, ID vary widely, spanning from $48,669 to $68,248. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,672) and 75th percentile ($62,921), while top earners (90th percentile) make $68,248 per year. This $10,249 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, Nampa Drafting Engineer often earn 0.4% lower than national averages. However, Nampa currently ranks 648 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 $48,669 Nampa, ID August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $52,672 Nampa, ID August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $57,069 Nampa, ID August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $62,921 Nampa, ID August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $68,248 Nampa, ID August 01, 2026
25% $52,672 10% $48,669 90% $68,248 75% $62,921 $57,069 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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