As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Warwick, RI is $63,631, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,224 weekly, or $5,303 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 Warwick, RI vary widely, spanning from $54,278 to $76,098. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,735) and 75th percentile ($70,157), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,098 per year. This $11,422 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, Warwick Drafting Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Warwick currently ranks 256 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 $54,278 Warwick, RI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $58,735 Warwick, RI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $63,631 Warwick, RI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $70,157 Warwick, RI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $76,098 Warwick, RI April 01, 2026
25% $58,735 10% $54,278 90% $76,098 75% $70,157 $63,631 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Warwick, Rhode Island    Warwick (/ˈwɔːrwɪk/) is a city in Kent County, Rhode Island, the second largest city in the state with a population of 82,672 at the 2010 census. Warw....More

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