As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Springfield, MA is $63,333, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,218 weekly, or $5,278 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 Springfield, MA vary widely, spanning from $54,007 to $75,728. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,452) and 75th percentile ($69,821), while top earners (90th percentile) make $75,728 per year. This $11,369 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, Springfield Drafting Engineer often earn 5.2% higher than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 260 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 $54,007 Springfield, MA October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $58,452 Springfield, MA October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,333 Springfield, MA October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $69,821 Springfield, MA October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $75,728 Springfield, MA October 01, 2026
25% $58,452 10% $54,007 90% $75,728 75% $69,821 $63,333 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Springfield, Massachusetts    Springfield is located at 42°6′45″N 72°32′51″W / 42.11250°N 72.54750°W / 42.11250; -72.54750 (42.112411, −72.547455). According to the United State....More

Springfield, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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