What are the main factors that influence an Intermediate Landscape 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 Intermediate Landscape Architect?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Intermediate Landscape Architect roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Intermediate Landscape Architect's salary?

An Intermediate Landscape Architect's salary grows with experience: an Entry Landscape Architect (0-2 years)earns $62,267, an Intermediate Landscape Architect (2-4 years)earns $73,519, a Senior Landscape Architect (4-7 years)earns $86,879, a Principal Landscape Architect (7+ years)earns $107,289, a Manager of Landscape Architecture (7+ years)earns $152,165,

What are the highest paying states for an Intermediate Landscape Architect?

Intermediate Landscape Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Intermediate Landscape Architect roles are District of Columbia $73,600, California $73,300, Massachusetts $72,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Intermediate Landscape Architect roles make?

Salaries for Intermediate Landscape Architect level roles vary by specialization: Landscape Architect Manager: $137,432; Principal Landscape Architect: $96,910; Landscape Architect IV: $96,901; Senior Landscape Architect: $78,500; Landscape Architect III: $78,467.

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Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Intermediate Landscape Architect make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Intermediate Landscape Architect in District of Columbia is $73,600 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,379
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $63,400 to $85,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $54,113

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Intermediate Landscape Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,000	$7,083	$1,635	$41
Average	$73,600	$6,133	$1,415	$35
25th Percentile	$63,400	$5,283	$1,219	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Intermediate Landscape Architect Salaries

An Intermediate Landscape 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 Intermediate Landscape Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Intermediate Landscape 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:

Entry Landscape Architect (0-2 years): $62,267
Intermediate Landscape Architect (2-4 years): $73,519
Senior Landscape Architect (4-7 years): $86,879
Principal Landscape Architect (7+ years): $107,289
Manager of Landscape Architecture (7+ years): $152,165

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Landscape Architect	0-2 years	$62,267
Intermediate Landscape Architect	2-4 years	$73,519
Senior Landscape Architect	4-7 years	$86,879
Principal Landscape Architect	7+ years	$107,289
Manager of Landscape Architecture	7+ years	$152,165

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How Do Intermediate Landscape 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 Intermediate Landscape Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $73,600.
California: $73,300.
Massachusetts: $72,300.

District of Columbia $73,600 California $73,300 Massachusetts $72,300 Washington $72,000 New Jersey $72,000 Alaska $71,900 Connecticut $71,000 New York $70,600

Hawaii $69,500 Rhode Island $68,900 Maryland $68,500 Minnesota $68,000 Colorado $67,800 Illinois $67,700 Oregon $67,500 Delaware $67,300

New Hampshire $67,200 Virginia $66,900 Pennsylvania $66,200 Nevada $65,800 North Dakota $65,600 Michigan $65,400 Wisconsin $65,400 Vermont $65,200

Arizona $64,800 Maine $64,800 Texas $64,800 Ohio $64,700 Georgia $64,100 Indiana $63,800 Wyoming $63,700 Utah $63,600

Iowa $63,600 Kansas $63,300 Louisiana $63,200 North Carolina $63,200 Missouri $63,100 Florida $62,900 Montana $62,700 Nebraska $62,600

Kentucky $62,500 South Carolina $62,300 Tennessee $62,100 Idaho $62,000 New Mexico $61,600 Oklahoma $61,400 Alabama $61,100 South Dakota $60,400

Arkansas $60,000 West Virginia $59,800 Mississippi $59,300

Top Paying Cities for Intermediate Landscape 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:

Parcel Return Service: $73,200
Washington: $73,200
Naval Anacost Annex: $73,200

Parcel Return Service, DC $73,200 Washington, DC $73,200 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $73,200 Washington Navy Yard, DC $73,200

Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Intermediate Landscape Architect salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $79,045. While startup companies pay approximate $66,883.

Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$66,883
Growth Stage	51~500	$70,733
Established	501~5000	$76,344
Enterprise	5000+	$79,045

Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Intermediate Landscape Architect roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Construction, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, Intermediate Landscape Architect positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Intermediate Landscape Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Intermediate Landscape Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$103,040	$50.0	40%

Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Intermediate Landscape 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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$63,400

Average $73,600/year

$85,000

$5,283

Average $6,133/month

$7,083

$1,219

Average $1,415/week

$1,635

$30

Average $35/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,000	$7,083	$1,635	$41
Average	$73,600	$6,133	$1,415	$35
25th Percentile	$63,400	$5,283	$1,219	$30

Intermediate Landscape Architect Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Intermediate Landscape Architect, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Landscape Architect role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $86,900 - a projected growth of 18% over your current level.

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