Architect salary in California

The average salary for an Architect is $175,570 per year in California. This figure is based on 335 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 15, 2026.

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Architect salaries in California typically range between a low of $102,152 and a high of $301,754 per year, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Architect in California include Saratoga, CA at $276,076 per year, Santa Clara, CA at $209,360 per year, and San Jose, CA at $206,689 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Architect in California include Rohadfox Corporation ($353,600 per year) and HPE Juniper Networking ($341,250 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Architect salary in California compares to related positions:

• Architect II: Average $121,327 per year
• Architect III: Average $112,588 per year
• Associate Architect: Average $119,254 per year
• Chief Architect: Average $226,962 per year
• Junior Architect: Average $102,871 per year
• Lead Architect: Average $175,040 per year