Architect salary in United States

The average salary for an Architect is $113,621 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 2.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Architect salaries typically range between a low of $60,474 and a high of $213,476 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Architect include Washington, DC at $146,332 per year, Los Angeles, CA at $126,342 per year, and Denver, CO at $122,238 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Architect include Rohadfox Corporation ($353,600 per year) and Workday ($339,500 per year).

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

• Architect II: Average $92,054 per year
• Architect III: Average $98,033 per year
• Associate Architect: Average $90,667 per year
• Chief Architect: Average $195,763 per year
• Junior Architect: Average $78,371 per year
• Lead Architect: Average $161,376 per year