Architect salary in United States

The average salary for an Architect is $113,682 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 2.3k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 16, 2026.

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Architect salaries typically range between a low of $60,607 and a high of $213,237 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Architect include San Francisco, CA at $156,897 per year, Washington, DC at $148,626 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $125,004 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 $92,572 per year
• Architect III: Average $98,187 per year
• Associate Architect: Average $89,732 per year
• Chief Architect: Average $197,033 per year
• Junior Architect: Average $78,360 per year
• Lead Architect: Average $162,912 per year