As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Sioux Falls, SD is $55,734, equivalent to $27 per hour, $1,072 weekly, or $4,645 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 Sioux Falls, SD vary widely, spanning from $47,543 to $66,655. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($51,447) and 75th percentile ($61,451), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,655 per year. This $10,004 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, Sioux Falls Drafting Engineer often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Sioux Falls currently ranks 711 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 $47,543 Sioux Falls, SD April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $51,447 Sioux Falls, SD April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $55,734 Sioux Falls, SD April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $61,451 Sioux Falls, SD April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $66,655 Sioux Falls, SD April 01, 2026
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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota    Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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