What are the main factors that influence a Cloud Infrastructure Architect'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 Cloud Infrastructure Architect?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Cloud Infrastructure Architect roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cloud Infrastructure Architect's salary?

A Cloud Infrastructure Architect's salary grows with experience: a Cloud Architecture Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $80,540, a Cloud Architecture Analyst II (2-4 years)earns $106,261, a Cloud Infrastructure Architect (4-7 years)earns $121,204, a Cloud Architecture Analyst IV (7+ years)earns $145,927, a Cloud Architecture Analyst V (7-10 years)earns $166,414,

What are the highest paying states for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect?

Cloud Infrastructure Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cloud Infrastructure Architect roles are District of Columbia $134,787, California $134,276, Massachusetts $132,486. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cloud Infrastructure Architect roles make?

Salaries for Cloud Infrastructure Architect level roles vary by specialization: Cloud Infrastructure Director: $258,290; Cloud Infrastructure Architect V: $168,110; Cloud Infrastructure Manager: $159,890; Cloud Infrastructure Architect IV: $147,490; Cloud Infrastructure Supervisor: $135,890.

Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cloud Infrastructure Architect make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect in Delaware is $123,283 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,352
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,183 to $133,264
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,809

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Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,264	$11,105	$2,563	$64
Average	$123,283	$10,274	$2,371	$59
25th Percentile	$115,183	$9,599	$2,215	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salaries

A Cloud Infrastructure 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 Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cloud Infrastructure 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): $80,540
Early Career (1-2 years): $106,261
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,204
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,927
Expert (over 8 years): $166,414

Levels	Salary
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Infrastructure Architect	$80,540
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Infrastructure Architect	$106,261
Cloud Inf... Level Cloud Infrastructure Architect	$121,204
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Infrastructure Architect	$145,927
Cloud Arc... Level Cloud Infrastructure Architect	$166,414

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

District of Columbia: $134,787.
California: $134,276.
Massachusetts: $132,486.

District of Columbia $134,787 California $134,276 Massachusetts $132,486 Washington $131,999 New Jersey $131,951 Alaska $131,780 Connecticut $130,100 New York $129,419

Hawaii $127,240 Rhode Island $126,217 Maryland $125,523 Minnesota $124,573 Colorado $124,208 Illinois $124,087 Oregon $123,624 Delaware $123,283

New Hampshire $123,069 Virginia $122,589 Pennsylvania $121,189 Nevada $120,483 North Dakota $120,252 Michigan $119,887 Wisconsin $119,753 Vermont $119,485

Texas $118,742 Maine $118,694 Arizona $118,621 Ohio $118,535 Georgia $117,415 Indiana $116,855 Wyoming $116,746 Utah $116,575

Iowa $116,502 Kansas $115,918 Louisiana $115,748 North Carolina $115,687 Missouri $115,662 Florida $115,188 Montana $114,932 Nebraska $114,688

Kentucky $114,555 South Carolina $114,068 Tennessee $113,763 Idaho $113,641 New Mexico $112,753 Oklahoma $112,558 Alabama $111,840 South Dakota $110,635

Arkansas $109,977 West Virginia $109,624 Mississippi $108,565

Top Paying Cities for Cloud Infrastructure 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:

Lincoln: $122,728
Little Creek: $123,626
Magnolia: $123,449

Lincoln, DE $122,728 Little Creek, DE $123,626 Magnolia, DE $123,449 Milford, DE $123,040 Marydel, DE $123,242 Millsboro, DE $122,213 Millville, DE $122,402 Milton, DE $122,614

Nassau, DE $122,702 Ocean View, DE $122,381 Rehoboth Beach, DE $122,616 Seaford, DE $122,685 Selbyville, DE $122,178 Smyrna, DE $123,712 Viola, DE $123,142 Woodside, DE $123,473

Bear, DE $123,188 Newark, DE $123,142 Claymont, DE $123,394 Delaware City, DE $123,265 Hockessin, DE $123,131 Kirkwood, DE $123,242 Middletown, DE $123,289 Montchanin, DE $123,159

New Castle, DE $123,177 Odessa, DE $123,350 Port Penn, DE $123,433 Rockland, DE $123,171 Saint Georges, DE $123,250 Townsend, DE $123,440 Winterthur, DE $123,186 Lewes, DE $122,661

Wilmington, DE $123,137 Dover, DE $123,626 Dover Afb, DE $122,975 Bethany Beach, DE $122,252 Bethel, DE $122,379 Bridgeville, DE $122,667 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,278 Cheswold, DE $123,586

Clayton, DE $123,590 Dagsboro, DE $122,167 Delmar, DE $121,971 Ellendale, DE $122,341 Felton, DE $123,030 Fenwick Island, DE $122,194 Frankford, DE $121,980 Frederica, DE $123,152

Georgetown, DE $122,120 Greenwood, DE $122,687 Harbeson, DE $122,251 Harrington, DE $122,874 Hartly, DE $123,256 Houston, DE $122,699 Kenton, DE $123,596 Laurel, DE $122,047

Yorklyn, DE $123,167

Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cloud Infrastructure Architect roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Cloud Infrastructure Architect positions in Biotechnology or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Cloud Infrastructure Architect as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$184,925	$89.0	50%

Cloud Infrastructure Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cloud Infrastructure 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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$115,183

Average $123,283/year

$133,264

$9,599

Average $10,274/month

$11,105

$2,215

Average $2,371/week

$2,563

$55

Average $59/hour

$64

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,264	$11,105	$2,563	$64
Average	$123,283	$10,274	$2,371	$59
25th Percentile	$115,183	$9,599	$2,215	$55

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