What are the main factors that influence an Enterprise Applications 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 Applications Architect?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Enterprise Applications Architect roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Enterprise Applications Architect's salary?

An Enterprise Applications Architect's salary grows with experience: a Cloud Architecture Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $88,981, a Enterprise Applications Architect (2-4 years)earns $117,394, a Cloud Architecture Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $133,903, a Cloud Architecture Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $161,230, a Cloud Architecture Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $183,863,

What are the highest paying states for an Enterprise Applications Architect?

Enterprise Applications Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Enterprise Applications Architect roles are District of Columbia $118,207, California $117,758, Massachusetts $116,189. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Enterprise Applications Architect roles make?

Salaries for Enterprise Applications Architect level roles vary by specialization: Director, Enterprise Applications: $209,718; Director Of Enterprise Applications: $197,602; Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect: $166,100; Enterprise Infrastructure Architect V: $166,011; Manager, Enterprise Applications: $152,679.

Enterprise Applications Architect Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Enterprise Applications Architect make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Enterprise Applications Architect in District of Columbia is $118,207 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $139,334
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $106,414 to $129,266
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $95,676

Compensation Planning

Develop a Job Description

Pay Equity

2026 Compensation Trend

AI-Powered Talent

AI Onboarding

Salary Salary + Bonus Benefits

View as table

Enterprise Applications Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,266	$10,772	$2,486	$62
Average	$118,207	$9,851	$2,273	$57
25th Percentile	$106,414	$8,868	$2,046	$51

You may get higher pay by adjusting the following factors:

Change Search Criteria

Check out Enterprise Applications Architect Job Openings in District of Columbia

Director, Enterprise Applications

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS - Washington, DC

Enterprise Architect

Contact Government Services, LLC - Washington, DC

Enterprise Architect - 3609747

CTC - Washington, DC

Senior Enterprise Architect

Red Cedar Consultancy - Washington, DC

Search More Enterprise Applications Architect Jobs in District of Columbia

Key Factors That Influence Enterprise Applications Architect Salaries

An Enterprise Applications 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 Applications Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Enterprise Applications 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-Level (less than 1 year): $88,981
Early Career (1-2 years): $117,394
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $133,903
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,230
Expert (over 8 years): $183,863

Levels	Salary
Cloud Arc... Level Enterprise Applications Architect	$88,981
Enterpris... Level Enterprise Applications Architect	$117,394
Cloud Arc... Level Enterprise Applications Architect	$133,903
Cloud Arc... Level Enterprise Applications Architect	$161,230
Cloud Arc... Level Enterprise Applications Architect	$183,863

View as Graph

What Am I Worth?

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

District of Columbia: $118,207.
California: $117,758.
Massachusetts: $116,189.

District of Columbia $118,207 California $117,758 Massachusetts $116,189 Washington $115,762 New Jersey $115,719 Alaska $115,570 Connecticut $114,097 New York $113,499

Hawaii $111,588 Rhode Island $110,691 Maryland $110,082 Minnesota $109,250 Colorado $108,929 Illinois $108,823 Oregon $108,417 Delaware $108,118

New Hampshire $107,930 Virginia $107,509 Pennsylvania $106,282 Nevada $105,662 North Dakota $105,460 Michigan $105,139 Wisconsin $105,022 Vermont $104,787

Texas $104,136 Maine $104,093 Arizona $104,029 Ohio $103,954 Georgia $102,972 Indiana $102,481 Wyoming $102,385 Utah $102,235

Iowa $102,171 Kansas $101,659 Louisiana $101,509 North Carolina $101,456 Missouri $101,435 Florida $101,018 Montana $100,794 Nebraska $100,580

Kentucky $100,463 South Carolina $100,036 Tennessee $99,769 Idaho $99,662 New Mexico $98,883 Oklahoma $98,712 Alabama $98,082 South Dakota $97,025

Arkansas $96,449 West Virginia $96,139 Mississippi $95,210

Top Paying Cities for Enterprise Applications 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: $117,565
Washington: $117,566
Naval Anacost Annex: $117,561

Parcel Return Service, DC $117,565 Washington, DC $117,566 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $117,561 Washington Navy Yard, DC $117,565

Enterprise Applications Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Enterprise Applications Architect roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Enterprise Applications Architect positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Enterprise Applications Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Enterprise Applications Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$141,848	$68.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$135,938	$65.0	15%
Software & Networking	$135,938	$65.0	15%
Biotechnology	$130,028	$63.0	10%
Internet	$130,028	$63.0	10%

Enterprise Applications Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Enterprise Applications 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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$106,414

Average $118,207/year

$129,266

$8,868

Average $9,851/month

$10,772

$2,046

Average $2,273/week

$2,486

$51

Average $57/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$129,266	$10,772	$2,486	$62
Average	$118,207	$9,851	$2,273	$57
25th Percentile	$106,414	$8,868	$2,046	$51

Salaries of jobs related to Enterprise Applications Architect

Find Your Next Enterprise Applications Architect Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Enterprise Applications Architect job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

Analytica

Washington, DC

Chief Enterprise Architect

Analytica | Washington, DC

Job Description. Job Description. Analytica is seeking a. Chief Enterprise Architect. that will provide comprehensive solutions architecture services that ... more

6 Days Ago
AuditBoard

Washington, DC

IT Enterprise Architect

AuditBoard | Washington, DC

AuditBoard It Architect RoleHaving surpassed $200M ARR and continuing to grow, AuditBoard is the leading audit, risk, ESG, and InfoSec platform on the mark... more

8 Days Ago
SiloSmashers

Washington, DC

Enterprise Architect Senior

SiloSmashers | Washington, DC

Job Description. Job Description. Enterprise Architect: Senior Leads the development and integration of enterprise architecture strategies across business,... more

8 Days Ago
Vervic Inc.

Washington, DC

Sr Enterprise Data Architect

Vervic Inc. | Washington, DC

Job Description. Job Description. Benefits. 401(k). Dental insurance. Health insurance. Paid time off. Vision insurance. Sr Enterprise Data Architect. Acti... more

9 Days Ago
Fivetran

Washington, DC

Senior Enterprise Data Architect

Fivetran | Washington, DC

A leading data integration company is seeking a Principal Solution Architect to guide strategic customer engagements.This role involves designing complex d... more

10 Days Ago
General Dynamics - IT

Washington, DC

Senior Enterprise Architect

General Dynamics - IT | Washington, DC

General Dynamics - IT is seeking an experienced Principal Architect to provide technical leadership for a complex enterprise IT environment. You will defin... more

6 Days Ago

For Employees

Get a Salary Increase

Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.

Search Job Openings

Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.

For Employers

Adjust Employee Salary

Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.

Price My Industry Jobs

Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.

Cost of Living In District of Columbia

Cost of Living in District of Columbia is

10.7% Higher

than the National Average

Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.

Explore Cost of Living Calculator

Empower Your Team

Salary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.

Find Salary.com Comp Consulting

See Salary Trends in 2025

Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.

Price Your Company Jobs and Make Pay Fair

Where Does Our Salary Data Come From?

Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Salary Search

Salary Calculator Tools

Know Your Worth

Advance at Work

Explore Career Path

Land Your Next Role

Software + AI

Data

Survey Catalogue