How much does an Architectural Designer make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Architectural Designer in California is $116,376. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $103,236 to $130,245, with most professionals earning between $91,273 and $142,872.

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What is an Architectural Designer?

The term Architectural Designer may refer to an architect, architectural technologist or any other person that is involved in the design process of buildings or urban landscapes. Unless they are a registered architect, architectural designers may not hold the same degree qualification and are generally not recognised by a statutory body. Depending on the jurisdiction, limitations may exist in project size and scope that an Architectural Designer is permitted to perform services for without direct supervision from a registered architect. Independent architectural designers generally work on p...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $110,541 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $112,820 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $116,122 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $110,457 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $107,893 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $114,603 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $110,689 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $105,086 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $128,847 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $128,551 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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