What are the main factors that influence a Lead Systems Architect's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Systems Architect's salary?

A Lead Systems Architect's salary grows with experience: a Systems Architect III (4-7 years)earns $119,800, a Systems Architect IV (7+ years)earns $141,038, a Lead Systems Architect (7-10 years)earns $169,081, a Systems Architecture Supervisor (10+ years)earns $136,383, a Systems Architecture Manager (10+ years)earns $153,517,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Systems Architect?

Lead Systems Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Systems Architect roles are District of Columbia $181,301, California $180,613, Massachusetts $178,206. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Systems Architect roles make?

Salaries for Lead Systems Architect level roles vary by specialization: Lead Architect: $177,430; Principal Systems Architect: $169,675; Senior Systems Architect: $167,990; Enterprise Infrastructure Lead Architect: $166,100; Lead Systems Engineering Architect: $166,025.

Lead Systems Architect Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Systems Architect make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Systems Architect in Rhode Island is $169,773 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $187,736
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $158,772 to $179,176
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $148,757

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Lead Systems Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$179,176	$14,931	$3,446	$86
Average	$169,773	$14,148	$3,265	$82
25th Percentile	$158,772	$13,231	$3,053	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Systems Architect Salaries

A Lead Systems 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 Lead Systems Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Systems 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): $119,800
Early Career (1-2 years): $141,038
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $169,081
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,383
Expert (over 8 years): $153,517

Levels	Salary
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$119,800
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$141,038
Lead Syst... Level Lead Systems Architect	$169,081
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$136,383
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$153,517

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

District of Columbia: $181,301.
California: $180,613.
Massachusetts: $178,206.

District of Columbia $181,301 California $180,613 Massachusetts $178,206 Washington $177,551 New Jersey $177,485 Alaska $177,256 Connecticut $174,996 New York $174,079

Hawaii $171,148 Rhode Island $169,773 Maryland $168,840 Minnesota $167,562 Colorado $167,071 Illinois $166,907 Oregon $166,285 Delaware $165,827

New Hampshire $165,538 Virginia $164,893 Pennsylvania $163,010 Nevada $162,060 North Dakota $161,749 Michigan $161,258 Wisconsin $161,078 Vermont $160,718

Texas $159,719 Maine $159,653 Arizona $159,555 Ohio $159,440 Georgia $157,934 Indiana $157,181 Wyoming $157,033 Utah $156,804

Iowa $156,706 Kansas $155,920 Louisiana $155,691 North Carolina $155,609 Missouri $155,576 Florida $154,937 Montana $154,594 Nebraska $154,266

Kentucky $154,086 South Carolina $153,431 Tennessee $153,022 Idaho $152,858 New Mexico $151,662 Oklahoma $151,400 Alabama $150,434 South Dakota $148,813

Arkansas $147,929 West Virginia $147,454 Mississippi $146,030

Top Paying Cities for Lead Systems 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: $171,895
Albion: $170,443
Ashaway: $171,569

Adamsville, RI $171,895 Albion, RI $170,443 Ashaway, RI $171,569 Barrington, RI $169,994 Block Island, RI $170,940 Bradford, RI $171,466 Bristol, RI $170,649 Carolina, RI $171,183

Charlestown, RI $171,245 Chepachet, RI $170,904 Clayville, RI $170,428 Coventry, RI $170,436 West Greenwich, RI $170,906 East Greenwich, RI $170,321 Exeter, RI $170,859 Fiskeville, RI $169,991

Forestdale, RI $171,301 Foster, RI $170,814 Glendale, RI $171,314 Greene, RI $171,039 Greenville, RI $170,056 Harmony, RI $170,276 Harrisville, RI $171,240 Hope, RI $170,097

Hope Valley, RI $171,419 Hopkinton, RI $171,645 Jamestown, RI $171,071 Kenyon, RI $171,161 Little Compton, RI $171,869 Manville, RI $170,667 Mapleville, RI $170,937 Newport, RI $171,243

Middletown, RI $171,319 North Kingstown, RI $170,615 North Scituate, RI $170,277 Oakland, RI $171,122 Pascoag, RI $171,353 Pawtucket, RI $169,740 Central Falls, RI $169,815 Cumberland, RI $170,780

Lincoln, RI $169,986 Portsmouth, RI $171,225 Prudence Island, RI $170,873 Rockville, RI $171,618 Saunderstown, RI $170,968 Shannock, RI $171,171 Slatersville, RI $171,302 Slocum, RI $170,963

Tiverton, RI $171,746 Wakefield, RI $171,114 Kingston, RI $171,048 Narragansett, RI $171,161 Peace Dale, RI $171,093 Warren, RI $170,433 Warwick, RI $169,958 Westerly, RI $171,610

West Kingston, RI $171,103 West Warwick, RI $170,166 Wood River Junction, RI $171,346 Woonsocket, RI $171,310 North Smithfield, RI $170,921 Wyoming, RI $171,171 Providence, RI $169,691 Cranston, RI $169,714

North Providence, RI $169,734 East Providence, RI $169,702 Riverside, RI $169,757 Rumford, RI $169,732 Smithfield, RI $170,076 Johnston, RI $169,791

Lead Systems Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Systems 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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$158,772

Average $169,773/year

$179,176

$13,231

Average $14,148/month

$14,931

$3,053

Average $3,265/week

$3,446

$76

Average $82/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$179,176	$14,931	$3,446	$86
Average	$169,773	$14,148	$3,265	$82
25th Percentile	$158,772	$13,231	$3,053	$76

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