What are the main factors that influence an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary?

An Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary grows with experience: an Business Infrastructure Architect III (4-7 years)earns $134,322, an Business Infrastructure Architect IV (7+ years)earns $149,709, an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect (7-10 years)earns $172,120, an Enterprise Infrastructure Design Supervisor (10+ years)earns $159,430, an IT Infrastructure Development Manager (10+ years)earns $182,726,

What are the highest paying states for an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect?

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect roles are District of Columbia $183,900, California $183,200, Massachusetts $180,700. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect roles make?

Salaries for Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect level roles vary by specialization: Lead Enterprise Architect: $176,391; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect: $169,358; Business Infrastructure Architect V: $166,033; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V: $166,011; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect IV: $144,395.

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Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect in Rhode Island is $172,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $190,158
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $160,600 to $181,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $150,039

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,600	$15,133	$3,492	$87
Average	$172,200	$14,350	$3,312	$83
25th Percentile	$160,600	$13,383	$3,088	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salaries

An Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Business Infrastructure Architect III (4-7 years): $134,322
Business Infrastructure Architect IV (7+ years): $149,709
Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect (7-10 years): $172,120
Enterprise Infrastructure Design Supervisor (10+ years): $159,430
IT Infrastructure Development Manager (10+ years): $182,726

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Business Infrastructure Architect III	4-7 years	$134,322
Business Infrastructure Architect IV	7+ years	$149,709
Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect	7-10 years	$172,120
Enterprise Infrastructure Design Supervisor	10+ years	$159,430
IT Infrastructure Development Manager	10+ years	$182,726

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How Do Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $183,900.
California: $183,200.
Massachusetts: $180,700.

District of Columbia $183,900 California $183,200 Massachusetts $180,700 Washington $180,100 New Jersey $180,000 Alaska $179,800 Connecticut $177,500 New York $176,500

Hawaii $173,600 Rhode Island $172,200 Maryland $171,200 Minnesota $169,900 Colorado $169,400 Illinois $169,300 Oregon $168,600 Delaware $168,200

New Hampshire $167,900 Virginia $167,200 Pennsylvania $165,300 Nevada $164,400 North Dakota $164,000 Michigan $163,500 Wisconsin $163,400 Vermont $163,000

Texas $162,000 Maine $161,900 Arizona $161,800 Ohio $161,700 Georgia $160,200 Indiana $159,400 Wyoming $159,300 Utah $159,000

Iowa $158,900 Kansas $158,100 Louisiana $157,900 North Carolina $157,800 Missouri $157,800 Florida $157,100 Montana $156,800 Nebraska $156,400

Kentucky $156,300 South Carolina $155,600 Tennessee $155,200 Idaho $155,000 New Mexico $153,800 Oklahoma $153,500 Alabama $152,600 South Dakota $150,900

Arkansas $150,000 West Virginia $149,500 Mississippi $148,100

Top Paying Cities for Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architects

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $174,300
Albion: $172,800
Ashaway: $174,000

Adamsville, RI $174,300 Albion, RI $172,800 Ashaway, RI $174,000 Barrington, RI $172,400 Block Island, RI $173,400 Bradford, RI $173,900 Bristol, RI $173,100 Carolina, RI $173,600

Charlestown, RI $173,700 Chepachet, RI $173,300 Clayville, RI $172,800 Coventry, RI $172,800 West Greenwich, RI $173,300 East Greenwich, RI $172,700 Exeter, RI $173,300 Fiskeville, RI $172,400

Forestdale, RI $173,700 Foster, RI $173,200 Glendale, RI $173,700 Greene, RI $173,500 Greenville, RI $172,500 Harmony, RI $172,700 Harrisville, RI $173,700 Hope, RI $172,500

Hope Valley, RI $173,800 Hopkinton, RI $174,100 Jamestown, RI $173,500 Kenyon, RI $173,600 Little Compton, RI $174,300 Manville, RI $173,100 Mapleville, RI $173,400 Newport, RI $173,700

Middletown, RI $173,700 North Kingstown, RI $173,000 North Scituate, RI $172,700 Oakland, RI $173,500 Pascoag, RI $173,800 Pawtucket, RI $172,100 Central Falls, RI $172,200 Cumberland, RI $173,200

Lincoln, RI $172,400 Portsmouth, RI $173,600 Prudence Island, RI $173,300 Rockville, RI $174,000 Saunderstown, RI $173,400 Shannock, RI $173,600 Slatersville, RI $173,700 Slocum, RI $173,400

Tiverton, RI $174,200 Wakefield, RI $173,500 Kingston, RI $173,500 Narragansett, RI $173,600 Peace Dale, RI $173,500 Warren, RI $172,800 Warwick, RI $172,400 Westerly, RI $174,000

West Kingston, RI $173,500 West Warwick, RI $172,600 Wood River Junction, RI $173,800 Woonsocket, RI $173,700 North Smithfield, RI $173,300 Wyoming, RI $173,600 Providence, RI $172,100 Cranston, RI $172,100

North Providence, RI $172,100 East Providence, RI $172,100 Riverside, RI $172,200 Rumford, RI $172,100 Smithfield, RI $172,500 Johnston, RI $172,200

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $192,768. While startup companies pay approximate $163,077.

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$163,077
Growth Stage	51~500	$172,473
Established	501~5000	$186,152
Enterprise	5000+	$192,768

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$206,640	$99.0	20%

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$160,600

Average $172,200/year

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$15,133

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Average $3,312/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,600	$15,133	$3,492	$87
Average	$172,200	$14,350	$3,312	$83
25th Percentile	$160,600	$13,383	$3,088	$77

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary Growth & Career Path

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect

Systems and Applications Architecture Supervisor

Cloud Computing Supervisor

Enterprise Infrastructure Design Supervisor

IT Infrastructure Operations Supervisor

Top Systems and Applications Architecture Executive

Cloud Computing Manager

Vice President of Enterprise Infrastructure

Director IT Infrastructure Operations

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Systems and Applications Architecture Supervisor	$140,600	-18%
Cloud Computing Supervisor	$140,900	-18%
Enterprise Infrastructure Design Supervisor	$159,500	-7%
IT Infrastructure Operations Supervisor	$109,100	-37%

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