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Software architect salary in Columbus, OH, 2026

How much does a Software Architect make in Columbus, OH?

Average base salary

$140,514
16%
above national average
Average $140,514
Low $85,880
High $229,902

The average salary for a software architect is $140,514 per year in Columbus, OH and $10,000 cash bonus per year.19 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 19, 2026).

Software Architect job openings in Columbus, OH

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ServiceNow Architect
Delan Associates, Inc3.9out of 5 stars.
Columbus, OH
Contract
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Software Architect in Columbus, OH

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
ACT-IT Consulting
 
$228,800per year
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EY
 
$219,900per year
CAI (Computer Aid, Inc.)
 
$190,000per year
Everforth CyberCoders
 
$187,500per year
CBTS
 
$182,500per year
Artech Information Systems L.L...
 
$179,435per year

Highest paying cities for Software Architects near Columbus, OH

  1. Toledo, OH
    $188,435 per year
  2. Hilliard, OH
    $177,263 per year
  3. Akron, OH
    $136,331 per year
  4. Cincinnati, OH
    $128,574 per year
  5. Columbus, OH
    $125,494 per year

Where can a Software Architect earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Software Architect get paid in Columbus, OH?

Chief Software Architect

Job openings
Average $177,429 per year

Principal Software Architect

Job openings
Average $153,411 per year

Senior Software Architect

Job openings
Average $173,254 per year

Senior Technical Architect

Job openings
Average $189,953 per year