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

A Computer Architect's salary grows with experience: starting around $140,004 for beginners, reaching about $141,702 at mid-level, and approach $149,113 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Computer Architect?

Computer Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Computer Architect roles are District of Columbia $158,639, California $158,037, Massachusetts $155,931. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Computer Architect roles make?

Salaries for Computer Architect level roles vary by specialization: Computer Systems Architect: $164,365; Middleware Integration Architect V: $158,820; IT Security Architect III: $154,290; Information Security Architect III: $154,230; Middleware Integration Architect IV: $142,420.

Computer Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does a Computer Architect make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Computer Architect in Delaware is $145,099 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $162,662
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $132,870 to $154,292
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $121,737

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Computer Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,292	$12,858	$2,967	$74
Average	$145,099	$12,092	$2,790	$70
25th Percentile	$132,870	$11,073	$2,555	$64

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Key Factors That Influence Computer Architect Salaries

A Computer 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 Computer Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Computer 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): $140,004
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,853
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,702
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,910
Expert (over 8 years): $149,113

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Computer Architect	$140,004
Intermediate Level Computer Architect	$140,853
Senior Level Computer Architect	$141,702
Specialist Level Computer Architect	$143,910
Expert Level Computer Architect	$149,113

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

District of Columbia: $158,639.
California: $158,037.
Massachusetts: $155,931.

District of Columbia $158,639 California $158,037 Massachusetts $155,931 Washington $155,357 New Jersey $155,300 Alaska $155,100 Connecticut $153,122 New York $152,320

Hawaii $149,755 Rhode Island $148,552 Maryland $147,735 Minnesota $146,617 Colorado $146,188 Illinois $146,044 Oregon $145,500 Delaware $145,099

New Hampshire $144,846 Virginia $144,282 Pennsylvania $142,634 Nevada $141,803 North Dakota $141,531 Michigan $141,101 Wisconsin $140,944 Vermont $140,628

Texas $139,754 Maine $139,697 Arizona $139,611 Ohio $139,511 Georgia $138,193 Indiana $137,534 Wyoming $137,405 Utah $137,204

Iowa $137,118 Kansas $136,430 Louisiana $136,230 North Carolina $136,158 Missouri $136,129 Florida $135,571 Montana $135,270 Nebraska $134,983

Kentucky $134,826 South Carolina $134,252 Tennessee $133,894 Idaho $133,751 New Mexico $132,705 Oklahoma $132,476 Alabama $131,630 South Dakota $130,212

Arkansas $129,438 West Virginia $129,023 Mississippi $127,776

Top Paying Cities for Computer 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: $150,171
Little Creek: $148,781
Magnolia: $149,397

Lincoln, DE $150,171 Little Creek, DE $148,781 Magnolia, DE $149,397 Milford, DE $150,171 Marydel, DE $148,222 Millsboro, DE $150,171 Millville, DE $151,174 Milton, DE $150,171

Nassau, DE $150,171 Ocean View, DE $151,174 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,174 Seaford, DE $148,595 Selbyville, DE $151,174 Smyrna, DE $148,050 Viola, DE $149,397 Woodside, DE $148,967

Bear, DE $146,961 Newark, DE $147,019 Claymont, DE $147,133 Delaware City, DE $147,019 Hockessin, DE $147,133 Kirkwood, DE $147,019 Middletown, DE $147,749 Montchanin, DE $147,133

New Castle, DE $147,133 Odessa, DE $147,950 Port Penn, DE $146,617 Rockland, DE $147,133 Saint Georges, DE $147,019 Townsend, DE $147,735 Winterthur, DE $147,133 Lewes, DE $150,171

Wilmington, DE $147,133 Dover, DE $148,709 Dover Afb, DE $149,053 Bethany Beach, DE $151,174 Bethel, DE $148,595 Bridgeville, DE $150,171 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,867 Cheswold, DE $148,365

Clayton, DE $147,993 Dagsboro, DE $151,174 Delmar, DE $148,595 Ellendale, DE $150,171 Felton, DE $150,171 Fenwick Island, DE $151,174 Frankford, DE $151,174 Frederica, DE $150,171

Georgetown, DE $150,171 Greenwood, DE $150,171 Harbeson, DE $150,171 Harrington, DE $150,171 Hartly, DE $147,921 Houston, DE $150,171 Kenton, DE $147,993 Laurel, DE $148,595

Yorklyn, DE $147,133

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

Understanding how a Computer 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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$132,870

Average $145,099/year

$154,292

$11,073

Average $12,092/month

$12,858

$2,555

Average $2,790/week

$2,967

$64

Average $70/hour

$74

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$154,292	$12,858	$2,967	$74
Average	$145,099	$12,092	$2,790	$70
25th Percentile	$132,870	$11,073	$2,555	$64

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