Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Architectural Designer/Project Manager make in the United States?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager in the United States is $142,917 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $69.

However, an Architectural Designer/Project Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $181,605
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $127,805 to $163,168
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,046
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Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $163,168 $13,597 $3,138 $78
Average $142,917 $11,910 $2,748 $69
25th Percentile $127,805 $10,650 $2,458 $61
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Key Factors That Influence Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries

An Architectural Designer/Project Manager'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Architectural Designer/Project Manager'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): $56,773
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $67,026
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,209
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $97,832
  • Expert (over 8 years): $138,698
Levels Salary
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$56,773
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$67,026
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$79,209
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$97,832
Architect... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$138,698
$56,773 0 yr
$67,026 < 2 yrs
$79,209 2-4 yrs
$97,832 5-8 yrs
$138,698 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Architectural Designer/Project Managers

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:

  • San Jose: $180,261
  • San Francisco: $178,288
  • Oakland: $174,530

What Skills Can Increase an Architectural Designer/Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 5.8% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • CPR (Mentioned in 4.96% Job Postings): Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) combines rescue breathing (mouth-to-mouth) and chest compressions to temporarily pump enough blood to the brain until specialized treatment is available.
  • Housekeeping (Mentioned in 1.37% Job Postings): Housekeeping department is keeping the venue clean and sanitary as part of customer service. Cleaners vacuum rugs and furniture in hallways, rooms and public areas. They collect trash and empty wastebaskets, change the sheets and make the beds.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 5.8%
CPR 4.96%
Housekeeping 1.37%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Architectural Designer/Project Manager's salary.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 19%.
  • Team Operations: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Organizing: Can increase your salary by up to 14%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Consulting
 $170,071
19%
Team Operations
 $164,355
15%
Organizing
 $162,925
14%
Project Management
 $162,925
14%
Housekeeping
 $161,496
13%
Products and Services
 $160,067
12%
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How Education impacts an Architectural Designer/Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Architectural Designer/Project Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $128,095 and $146,987).

Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Architectural Designer/Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.4%
High School 6.5%
Associates 2.4%
Bachelors 58.6%
Masters 27.8%
Doctorate 2.4%
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Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Architectural Designer/Project Manager'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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$127,805
Average $142,917/year
$163,168
$10,650
Average $11,910/month
$13,597
$2,458
Average $2,748/week
$3,138
$61
Average $69/hour
$78
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $163,168 $13,597 $3,138 $78
Average $142,917 $11,910 $2,748 $69
25th Percentile $127,805 $10,650 $2,458 $61

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Salary Trends for Architectural Designer/Project Manager

Salaries for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $102,247 in 2023 to around $102,543 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Architectural Designer/Project Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Architectural Designer/Project Manager Over Time

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$102,247
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$102,928
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$102,543
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2023 $102,247
2024 $102,928
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