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Mechanical Drafters average salary by city in Virginia
- Virginia Beach$74,650
- Richmond$72,920
- Roanoke$69,830
- Lynchburg$63,620
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | $74,650 | $77,500 | $56,440 | $57,868 | 98 |
| Richmond | $72,920 | $69,630 | $64,240 | $56,750 | 98 |
| Roanoke | $69,830 | $66,560 | $61,280 | $54,754 | 94 |
| Lynchburg | $63,620 | $60,930 | $51,640 | $50,455 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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 17-3013.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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