As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Taylor, MI is $61,054, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,174 weekly, or $5,088 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 Taylor, MI vary widely, spanning from $52,063 to $73,003. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,348) and 75th percentile ($67,309), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,003 per year. This $10,961 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, Taylor Drafting Engineer often earn 1.0% lower than national averages. However, Taylor currently ranks 365 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 $52,063 Taylor, MI October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $56,348 Taylor, MI October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $61,054 Taylor, MI October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $67,309 Taylor, MI October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $73,003 Taylor, MI October 01, 2026
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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Taylor, Michigan    Taylor is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population was 63,131 at the 2010 census. Originally known as Taylor Township, its....More

Taylor, Michigan  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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