As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drafting Engineer in Woonsocket, RI is $64,242, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,235 weekly, or $5,354 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 Woonsocket, RI vary widely, spanning from $54,781 to $76,814. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,290) and 75th percentile ($70,823), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,814 per year. This $11,533 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, Woonsocket Drafting Engineer often earn 0.9% higher than national averages. However, Woonsocket currently ranks 215 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 $54,781 Woonsocket, RI October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $59,290 Woonsocket, RI October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $64,242 Woonsocket, RI October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $70,823 Woonsocket, RI October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drafting Engineer Salary $76,814 Woonsocket, RI October 01, 2026
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About Woonsocket, Rhode Island    Woonsocket (/wʊnˈsɒkɪt, wən-/ wuun-SOK-it, wən-) is a city in Providence County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 41,186 at the 2010 ce....More

Woonsocket, Rhode Island  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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