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

A Lead Software Architect's salary grows with experience: a Software Architect II (2-4 years)earns $96,941, a Software Architect III (4-7 years)earns $132,037, a Lead Software Architect (7+ years)earns $149,488, a Software Architect V (7-10 years)earns $181,412, a Software Architect VI (10-12 years)earns $227,697,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Software Architect?

Lead Software Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Software Architect roles are District of Columbia $158,707, California $158,105, Massachusetts $155,998. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Software Architect roles make?

Salaries for Lead Software Architect level roles vary by specialization: Software Architect VI: $221,878; Software Architect Director: $208,362; Lead Architect: $177,400; Software Architect V: $176,776; Software Architect Manager: $156,579.

Lead Software Architect Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Software Architect make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Software Architect in Rhode Island is $148,616 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $166,573
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $136,060 to $158,016
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,629

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Lead Software Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,016	$13,168	$3,039	$76
Average	$148,616	$12,385	$2,858	$71
25th Percentile	$136,060	$11,338	$2,617	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Software Architect Salaries

A Lead Software 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 Lead Software Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Software 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): $96,941
Early Career (1-2 years): $132,037
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $149,488
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $181,412
Expert (over 8 years): $227,697

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Lead Software Architect	$96,941
Software ... Level Lead Software Architect	$132,037
Lead Soft... Level Lead Software Architect	$149,488
Software ... Level Lead Software Architect	$181,412
Software ... Level Lead Software Architect	$227,697

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

District of Columbia: $158,707.
California: $158,105.
Massachusetts: $155,998.

District of Columbia $158,707 California $158,105 Massachusetts $155,998 Washington $155,425 New Jersey $155,367 Alaska $155,167 Connecticut $153,189 New York $152,386

Hawaii $149,820 Rhode Island $148,616 Maryland $147,799 Minnesota $146,681 Colorado $146,251 Illinois $146,107 Oregon $145,563 Delaware $145,161

New Hampshire $144,909 Virginia $144,344 Pennsylvania $142,696 Nevada $141,865 North Dakota $141,592 Michigan $141,162 Wisconsin $141,005 Vermont $140,689

Texas $139,815 Maine $139,757 Arizona $139,671 Ohio $139,571 Georgia $138,252 Indiana $137,593 Wyoming $137,464 Utah $137,263

Iowa $137,177 Kansas $136,489 Louisiana $136,289 North Carolina $136,217 Missouri $136,188 Florida $135,629 Montana $135,328 Nebraska $135,042

Kentucky $134,884 South Carolina $134,311 Tennessee $133,952 Idaho $133,809 New Mexico $132,762 Oklahoma $132,533 Alabama $131,687 South Dakota $130,268

Arkansas $129,494 West Virginia $129,079 Mississippi $127,832

Top Paying Cities for Lead Software 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:

Adamsville: $151,053
Albion: $148,544
Ashaway: $151,626

Adamsville, RI $151,053 Albion, RI $148,544 Ashaway, RI $151,626 Barrington, RI $148,544 Block Island, RI $150,838 Bradford, RI $151,526 Bristol, RI $148,401 Carolina, RI $150,293

Charlestown, RI $150,451 Chepachet, RI $148,258 Clayville, RI $148,401 Coventry, RI $148,258 West Greenwich, RI $148,157 East Greenwich, RI $148,358 Exeter, RI $151,526 Fiskeville, RI $148,544

Forestdale, RI $148,401 Foster, RI $148,157 Glendale, RI $148,157 Greene, RI $149,820 Greenville, RI $148,544 Harmony, RI $148,501 Harrisville, RI $148,258 Hope, RI $148,544

Hope Valley, RI $151,626 Hopkinton, RI $151,669 Jamestown, RI $150,150 Kenyon, RI $151,483 Little Compton, RI $150,995 Manville, RI $148,544 Mapleville, RI $148,157 Newport, RI $150,178

Middletown, RI $150,809 North Kingstown, RI $148,114 North Scituate, RI $148,501 Oakland, RI $148,301 Pascoag, RI $148,215 Pawtucket, RI $148,544 Central Falls, RI $148,544 Cumberland, RI $148,544

Lincoln, RI $148,544 Portsmouth, RI $149,576 Prudence Island, RI $148,258 Rockville, RI $151,669 Saunderstown, RI $150,236 Shannock, RI $151,440 Slatersville, RI $148,401 Slocum, RI $150,236

Tiverton, RI $151,096 Wakefield, RI $150,078 Kingston, RI $150,107 Narragansett, RI $150,135 Peace Dale, RI $150,078 Warren, RI $148,501 Warwick, RI $148,544 Westerly, RI $151,712

West Kingston, RI $150,193 West Warwick, RI $148,544 Wood River Junction, RI $151,526 Woonsocket, RI $148,401 North Smithfield, RI $148,501 Wyoming, RI $151,483 Providence, RI $148,544 Cranston, RI $148,544

North Providence, RI $148,544 East Providence, RI $148,544 Riverside, RI $148,544 Rumford, RI $148,544 Smithfield, RI $148,544 Johnston, RI $148,544

Lead Software Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Software 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$136,060

Average $148,616/year

$158,016

$11,338

Average $12,385/month

$13,168

$2,617

Average $2,858/week

$3,039

$65

Average $71/hour

$76

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$158,016	$13,168	$3,039	$76
Average	$148,616	$12,385	$2,858	$71
25th Percentile	$136,060	$11,338	$2,617	$65

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