As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Warren, MI is $61,406, equivalent to $30 per hour, $1,181 weekly, or $5,117 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 Warren, MI vary widely, spanning from $52,393 to $73,473. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($56,688) and 75th percentile ($67,722), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,473 per year. This $11,034 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, Warren Drafting Engineer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages. However, Warren currently ranks 346 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 $52,393 Warren, MI January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $56,688 Warren, MI January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $61,406 Warren, MI January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $67,722 Warren, MI January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $73,473 Warren, MI January 01, 2026
25% $56,688 10% $52,393 90% $73,473 75% $67,722 $61,406 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Warren, Michigan    Warren is a city in Macomb County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The 2010 census places the city's population at 134,056, making Warren the largest ci....More

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