All drafters not listed separately.
Drafters, All Other
SOC: 17-3019 O*NET: 17-3019.00
Median Salary
$62,010
per year
Job Growth
📉 -6.9%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Varies
Job Zone N/A
All drafters not listed separately.
What does a Drafters, All Other do?
How much can you earn?
Entry Level
$42,170
10th percentile
Early Career
$50,970
25th percentile
Median
$62,010
50th percentile
Experienced
$77,750
75th percentile
Top Earners
$96,620
90th percentile
National Salary Distribution
10th
$42,170
25th
$50,970
Middle 50%
MEDIAN
$62,010
Mean: $66,530
75th
$77,750
90th
$96,620
Middle 50% of earners
Median salary
Mean (average)
Key Insights
- •Salary range spans $54,450 from entry level to top earners
- •Middle 50% earn between $50,970 and $77,750
- •Salary spread is 43.2% around the median, showing high variation
- •Total national employment: 16,010 professionals
What's the job outlook?
Job Market Intelligence
Low Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:17,100
Top Industries
Manufacturing41.8%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services22.8%
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services22.8%
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:-6.9%
Annual Openings:1,300
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)17,100
Current
2034 (Projected)15,900
-6.9%
-1,200
Employment Change
-6.9%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Decline
Geographic Salary & Employment Data
Explore where Drafters, All Other professionals work across the United States
Showing 15 of 41 locations
Texas
2,140 jobs$59,6801.49x
California
2,020 jobs$71,4601.08x
Florida
1,080 jobs$61,4901.06x
Louisiana
1,040 jobs$58,4005.26x
New York
910 jobs$63,0400.92x
Oregon
800 jobs$58,8403.90x
New Jersey
790 jobs$66,4301.79x
Georgia
620 jobs$56,1501.23x
Arizona
540 jobs$62,2201.63x
North Carolina
400 jobs$57,8100.78x
Ohio
360 jobs$56,4700.62x
Colorado
350 jobs$60,1801.17x
Minnesota
340 jobs$62,8801.13x
Wisconsin
310 jobs$68,3701.03x
Utah
300 jobs$78,2101.68x
Understanding the Data
Location Quotient (LQ):
- • LQ > 1.0: More jobs than national average
- • LQ = 1.0: Same as national average
- • LQ < 1.0: Fewer jobs than national average
Data Source:
Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024
Key Growth Factors
- •Employment decline projected
What technology will you use?
Technology & Digital Skills
Essential technology proficiencies for Drafters, All Other
Technology Intensity
Low
Digital Literacy Requirements
This career requires basic digital literacy
1
Basic
2
Intermediate
3
Advanced
4
Expert
Key Digital Competencies:
Email and internet usageBasic software navigationFile management
Technology Stack
Technology stack information is being compiled for this career.
📚 Technology Learning Resources
Recommended Certifications
- •Vendor-specific software certifications
- •Industry-recognized technology credentials
- •Professional development courses
Online Learning Platforms
- •LinkedIn Learning - Comprehensive technology courses
- •Coursera - University-level programs
- •Udemy - Practical skills training
💡 Technology Skill Development Tips
- •Focus on mastering hot technologies first - they're currently most in-demand
- •Build a portfolio demonstrating your proficiency with key tools and software
- •Stay current through continuous learning - technology evolves rapidly
- •Consider vendor certifications to validate your skills to employers
What's the work environment like?
🏗️
Location
Varies
💪
Physical Demand
LOW
👥
Team Orientation
Varies
🤝
Customer Interaction
NONE
💡Is This Work Environment Right for You?
Consider these factors when evaluating if you'll thrive in this work environment:
- •Are you comfortable working in varies environments?
- •Can you meet low physical demands?
What career paths are available?
Career Pathways
0
Advancement Opportunities
0
Lateral Move Options
0%
Avg. Salary Increase
Advancement Opportunities
Typical career progression paths from Drafters, All Other
💡 Career Planning Tips
- •Most successful advancement happens after 3-5 years of experience
- •Lateral moves can provide valuable cross-functional experience for future leadership roles
- •Focus on developing skills that are transferable across multiple career paths
- •Consider industry trends when planning long-term career moves