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Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salary in California

How much does an Architectural Designer/Project Manager make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager in California is $157,731 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $76.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $200,472
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,047 to $180,103
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,857
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Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $180,103 $15,009 $3,464 $87
Average $157,731 $13,144 $3,033 $76
25th Percentile $141,047 $11,754 $2,712 $68
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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 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): $62,619
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,943
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $87,375
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $107,886
  • Expert (over 8 years): $153,071
Levels Salary
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$62,619
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$73,943
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$87,375
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$107,886
Architect... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager$153,071
$62,619 0 yr
$73,943 < 2 yrs
$87,375 2-4 yrs
$107,886 5-8 yrs
$153,071 > 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:

  • Los Angeles: $158,003
  • West Hollywood: $157,889
  • Dodgertown: $158,001

Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Architectural Designer/Project Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Construction, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Architectural Designer/Project Manager positions in Business Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Architectural Designer/Project Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Construction$189,277$91.020%

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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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$141,047
Average $157,731/year
$180,103
$11,754
Average $13,144/month
$15,009
$2,712
Average $3,033/week
$3,464
$68
Average $76/hour
$87
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $180,103 $15,009 $3,464 $87
Average $157,731 $13,144 $3,033 $76
25th Percentile $141,047 $11,754 $2,712 $68

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