As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Architect I in the United States is $62,532. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $55,957 to $68,579, with most professionals earning between $49,971 and $74,084.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $68,579 | $5,715 | $1,319 | $33 |
| Average | $62,532 | $5,211 | $1,203 | $30 |
| 25th Percentile | $55,957 | $4,663 | $1,076 | $27 |
An entry-level Architect I with less than 1 year of experience earns about $62,041. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $62,713. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $64,066. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $64,337, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $64,518.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Architect I | $62,041 |
| Intermediate Level Architect I | $62,713 |
| Senior Level Architect I | $64,066 |
| Specialist Level Architect I | $64,337 |
| Expert Level Architect I | $64,518 |
| Entry Level | 1% |
| Mid Level | 0% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Architect I compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $53,756 in 2023 to approximately $53,978 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Architect I salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $62,532 | 71.1% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,784 | 5.4% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,939 | 3.3% | ||
| Disability | $500 | 0.6% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,056 | 6.9% | ||
| Pension | $3,439 | 3.9% | ||
| Time Off | $7,696 | 8.8% | ||
| Total Compensation | $87,946 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.4% |
| High School | 2.2% |
| Associates | 3.0% |
| Bachelors | 47.7% |
| Masters | 45.5% |
| Doctorate | 1.1% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Architect I is $62,532. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Architect I is $30; the average weekly pay of Architect I is $1,203; the average monthly pay of Architect I is $5,211.
An Architect I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Architect I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Architect I is $78,872.
The highest pay for Architect I is $74,084.
The lowest pay for Architect I is $49,971.
Responsible for performing design computations, compiling data, and completing rudimentary architectural assignments. Works from the designs of others to prepare sketches, preliminary drawings, and schematic designs. Prepares project estimates and completes architectural plans/renderings following specific instructions. Prepares reports and specifications as requested. May participate in an architectural internship or professional development program. May be working towards obtaining architecture license. Requires a bachelor's degree in architecture. Typically reports to a manager. Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience.
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