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

A Project Architect's salary grows with experience: an IT Project Manager I (0-2 years)earns $88,062, an IT Project Manager II (2-4 years)earns $105,199, an Project Architect (4-7 years)earns $128,416, an IT Project Manager IV (7+ years)earns $149,534, an IT Project Manager V (7-10 years)earns $166,417,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Architect?

Project Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Architect roles are District of Columbia $137,846, California $137,324, Massachusetts $135,493. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Architect roles make?

Salaries for Project Architect level roles vary by specialization: Project Architect Manager: $143,690; Project Architect, Master: $131,660; Project Architect/Project Manager: $119,026; Project Architect Supervisor: $114,253; Project Architect, Specialist: $111,910.

Project Architect Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Project Architect make in Rhode Island?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Architect in Rhode Island is $129,082 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,374
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $116,765 to $138,133
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,552

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Project Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,133	$11,511	$2,656	$66
Average	$129,082	$10,757	$2,482	$62
25th Percentile	$116,765	$9,730	$2,245	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Project Architect Salaries

A Project 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 Project Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project 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): $88,062
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,199
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,416
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,534
Expert (over 8 years): $166,417

Levels	Salary
IT Projec... Level Project Architect	$88,062
IT Projec... Level Project Architect	$105,199
Project A... Level Project Architect	$128,416
IT Projec... Level Project Architect	$149,534
IT Projec... Level Project Architect	$166,417

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

District of Columbia: $137,846.
California: $137,324.
Massachusetts: $135,493.

District of Columbia $137,846 California $137,324 Massachusetts $135,493 Washington $134,995 New Jersey $134,946 Alaska $134,771 Connecticut $133,053 New York $132,356

Hawaii $130,127 Rhode Island $129,082 Maryland $128,372 Minnesota $127,401 Colorado $127,027 Illinois $126,903 Oregon $126,430 Delaware $126,081

New Hampshire $125,862 Virginia $125,372 Pennsylvania $123,940 Nevada $123,218 North Dakota $122,981 Michigan $122,608 Wisconsin $122,471 Vermont $122,197

Texas $121,437 Maine $121,388 Arizona $121,313 Ohio $121,226 Georgia $120,080 Indiana $119,508 Wyoming $119,396 Utah $119,221

Iowa $119,147 Kansas $118,549 Louisiana $118,375 North Carolina $118,312 Missouri $118,287 Florida $117,802 Montana $117,540 Nebraska $117,291

Kentucky $117,155 South Carolina $116,657 Tennessee $116,345 Idaho $116,221 New Mexico $115,312 Oklahoma $115,113 Alabama $114,378 South Dakota $113,146

Arkansas $112,473 West Virginia $112,112 Mississippi $111,029

Top Paying Cities for Project 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: $130,695
Albion: $129,591
Ashaway: $130,447

Adamsville, RI $130,695 Albion, RI $129,591 Ashaway, RI $130,447 Barrington, RI $129,250 Block Island, RI $129,969 Bradford, RI $130,369 Bristol, RI $129,748 Carolina, RI $130,154

Charlestown, RI $130,201 Chepachet, RI $129,942 Clayville, RI $129,580 Coventry, RI $129,586 West Greenwich, RI $129,943 East Greenwich, RI $129,499 Exeter, RI $129,907 Fiskeville, RI $129,247

Forestdale, RI $130,243 Foster, RI $129,873 Glendale, RI $130,253 Greene, RI $130,044 Greenville, RI $129,297 Harmony, RI $129,464 Harrisville, RI $130,197 Hope, RI $129,328

Hope Valley, RI $130,333 Hopkinton, RI $130,505 Jamestown, RI $130,069 Kenyon, RI $130,137 Little Compton, RI $130,675 Manville, RI $129,761 Mapleville, RI $129,967 Newport, RI $130,200

Middletown, RI $130,257 North Kingstown, RI $129,722 North Scituate, RI $129,465 Oakland, RI $130,107 Pascoag, RI $130,283 Pawtucket, RI $129,057 Central Falls, RI $129,114 Cumberland, RI $129,847

Lincoln, RI $129,243 Portsmouth, RI $130,186 Prudence Island, RI $129,918 Rockville, RI $130,485 Saunderstown, RI $129,990 Shannock, RI $130,145 Slatersville, RI $130,244 Slocum, RI $129,987

Tiverton, RI $130,582 Wakefield, RI $130,101 Kingston, RI $130,051 Narragansett, RI $130,137 Peace Dale, RI $130,085 Warren, RI $129,583 Warwick, RI $129,222 Westerly, RI $130,478

West Kingston, RI $130,093 West Warwick, RI $129,380 Wood River Junction, RI $130,278 Woonsocket, RI $130,251 North Smithfield, RI $129,954 Wyoming, RI $130,145 Providence, RI $129,019 Cranston, RI $129,037

North Providence, RI $129,052 East Providence, RI $129,028 Riverside, RI $129,069 Rumford, RI $129,050 Smithfield, RI $129,312 Johnston, RI $129,095

Project Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project 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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$116,765

Average $129,082/year

$138,133

$9,730

Average $10,757/month

$11,511

$2,245

Average $2,482/week

$2,656

$56

Average $62/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$138,133	$11,511	$2,656	$66
Average	$129,082	$10,757	$2,482	$62
25th Percentile	$116,765	$9,730	$2,245	$56

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