DOL Median (Minnesota)
$47,870
vs National
-20.2%
National: $60,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$50,602
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$47,870
-20.2% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$60,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Mechanical Drafters in Minnesota earns $47,870 in nominal terms, which is 20.2% below the national average of $60,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 94.6 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $50,602 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Minnesota
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| HCL America INC | $60,000 | 108 |
| ARROW TANK AND ENGINEERING, CO. | $51,418 | 3 |
| GRENDAHL MECHANICAL LLC | $50,000 | 1 |
| MRG TOOL AND DIE CORPORATION | $44,370 | 2 |
| APRIL S. LEE & ASSOCIATES | N/A | 1 |
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How much does a Mechanical Drafters make in Minnesota?
The median Mechanical Drafters salary in Minnesota is $47,870 based on 4 DOL filings.
Is Minnesota a good place to work as a Mechanical Drafters?
A Mechanical Drafters in Minnesota earns 20.2% less than the national median of $60,000, or $50,602 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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Source: US Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) public disclosure files (PERM Form ETA-9089 and LCA Form ETA-9035), and US Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS). Salary figures represent employer filings and government survey estimates, not individual worker pay.