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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in Minnesota
- Rochester$83,220
- Minneapolis$73,980
- St. Cloud$67,270
- Duluth$66,190
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester | $83,220 | $83,780 | $66,150 | $63,240 | 91 |
| Minneapolis | $73,980 | $72,020 | $62,960 | $57,368 | 105 |
| St. Cloud | $67,270 | $64,130 | $56,960 | $53,103 | 88 |
| Duluth | $66,190 | $61,270 | $56,050 | $52,386 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Minnesota Paid Leave premiums are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Architectural and Civil Drafters salary in other states
More about pay in Minnesota
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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