How much does an Architect I make in the United States? The average Architect I salary in the United States is $66,753 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $61,445 and $74,311. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Architect I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Architect I Salary $56,612 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Architect I Salary $61,445 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Architect I Salary $66,753 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Architect I Salary $74,311 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Architect I Salary $81,192 US February 26, 2024
25% $61,445 10% $56,612 90% $81,192 75% $74,311 $66,753 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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Leadership 4.44%
Building Codes 2.35%
Oracle 1.34%
Others 91.87%

Job Description for Architect I

Architect I is 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. Being an Architect I prepares project estimates and completes architectural plans/renderings following specific instructions. Prepares reports and specifications as requested. Additionally, Architect I 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. The Architect I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Architect I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Architect I, the upper level is Architect II and then progresses to Architect IV.

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Architect I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Architect I, the highest Architect I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Architect I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Architect I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Architect I salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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