What are the main factors that influence an Architectural Designer/Project Manager'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 Architectural Designer/Project Manager?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Architectural Designer/Project Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Architectural Designer/Project Manager's salary?

An Architectural Designer/Project Manager's salary grows with experience: a Landscape Architect I (0-2 years)earns $57,492, a Landscape Architect II (2-4 years)earns $67,889, a Landscape Architect III (4-7 years)earns $80,222, a Landscape Architect IV (7+ years)earns $99,054, a Architectural Designer/Project Manager (7+ years)earns $140,539,

What are the highest paying states for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager?

Architectural Designer/Project Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Architectural Designer/Project Manager roles are District of Columbia $158,332, California $157,731, Massachusetts $155,629. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Architectural Designer/Project Manager roles make?

Salaries for Architectural Designer/Project Manager level roles vary by specialization: Architectural and Engineering Manager: $208,614; Architectural Team Manager: $177,600; Architectural Manager: $176,528; Assistant Manager, Architectural Design: $141,869; Architectural Sales Manager: $128,955.

Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salary in Delaware

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Architectural Designer/Project Manager in Delaware is $144,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $184,060
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,500 to $165,359
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,554

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Architectural Designer/Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,359	$13,780	$3,180	$79
Average	$144,818	$12,068	$2,785	$70
25th Percentile	$129,500	$10,792	$2,490	$62

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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): $57,492
Early Career (1-2 years): $67,889
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $80,222
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $99,054
Expert (over 8 years): $140,539

Levels	Salary
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager	$57,492
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager	$67,889
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager	$80,222
Landscape... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager	$99,054
Architect... Level Architectural Designer/Project Manager	$140,539

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How Do Architectural Designer/Project Manager 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 Architectural Designer/Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $158,332.
California: $157,731.
Massachusetts: $155,629.

District of Columbia $158,332 California $157,731 Massachusetts $155,629 Washington $155,057 New Jersey $155,000 Alaska $154,800 Connecticut $152,826 New York $152,025

Hawaii $149,466 Rhode Island $148,264 Maryland $147,449 Minnesota $146,334 Colorado $145,905 Illinois $145,762 Oregon $145,219 Delaware $144,818

New Hampshire $144,566 Virginia $144,003 Pennsylvania $142,358 Nevada $141,529 North Dakota $141,257 Michigan $140,828 Wisconsin $140,671 Vermont $140,356

Texas $139,484 Maine $139,427 Arizona $139,341 Ohio $139,241 Georgia $137,925 Indiana $137,268 Wyoming $137,139 Utah $136,939

Iowa $136,853 Kansas $136,167 Louisiana $135,966 North Carolina $135,895 Missouri $135,866 Florida $135,308 Montana $135,008 Nebraska $134,722

Kentucky $134,565 South Carolina $133,993 Tennessee $133,635 Idaho $133,492 New Mexico $132,448 Oklahoma $132,220 Alabama $131,376 South Dakota $129,960

Arkansas $129,188 West Virginia $128,773 Mississippi $127,529

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:

Lincoln: $144,166
Little Creek: $145,221
Magnolia: $145,013

Lincoln, DE $144,166 Little Creek, DE $145,221 Magnolia, DE $145,013 Milford, DE $144,532 Marydel, DE $144,770 Millsboro, DE $143,561 Millville, DE $143,783 Milton, DE $144,032

Nassau, DE $144,136 Ocean View, DE $143,758 Rehoboth Beach, DE $144,034 Seaford, DE $144,116 Selbyville, DE $143,520 Smyrna, DE $145,321 Viola, DE $144,652 Woodside, DE $145,041

Bear, DE $144,707 Newark, DE $144,652 Claymont, DE $144,948 Delaware City, DE $144,797 Hockessin, DE $144,639 Kirkwood, DE $144,770 Middletown, DE $144,825 Montchanin, DE $144,672

New Castle, DE $144,694 Odessa, DE $144,897 Port Penn, DE $144,994 Rockland, DE $144,687 Saint Georges, DE $144,780 Townsend, DE $145,003 Winterthur, DE $144,704 Lewes, DE $144,087

Wilmington, DE $144,647 Dover, DE $145,221 Dover Afb, DE $144,456 Bethany Beach, DE $143,607 Bethel, DE $143,756 Bridgeville, DE $144,095 Camden Wyoming, DE $144,812 Cheswold, DE $145,174

Clayton, DE $145,178 Dagsboro, DE $143,507 Delmar, DE $143,277 Ellendale, DE $143,711 Felton, DE $144,521 Fenwick Island, DE $143,538 Frankford, DE $143,288 Frederica, DE $144,664

Georgetown, DE $143,452 Greenwood, DE $144,117 Harbeson, DE $143,605 Harrington, DE $144,338 Hartly, DE $144,787 Houston, DE $144,132 Kenton, DE $145,186 Laurel, DE $143,367

Yorklyn, DE $144,682

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	$173,782	$84.0	20%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$129,500

Average $144,818/year

$165,359

$10,792

Average $12,068/month

$13,780

$2,490

Average $2,785/week

$3,180

$62

Average $70/hour

$79

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$165,359	$13,780	$3,180	$79
Average	$144,818	$12,068	$2,785	$70
25th Percentile	$129,500	$10,792	$2,490	$62

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