As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for DevOps Architect in the US is $131,944, equivalent to $63 per hour, $2,537 weekly, or $10,995 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for DevOps Architect in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for DevOps Architect in the US vary widely, spanning from $107,152 to $146,167. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($118,967) and 75th percentile ($139,389), while top earners (90th percentile) make $146,167 per year. This $20,422 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia DevOps Architect often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
DevOps Architect Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $107,152 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $118,967 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $131,944 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $139,389 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile DevOps Architect Salary $146,167 US January 01, 2026
25% $118,967 10% $107,152 90% $146,167 75% $139,389 $131,944 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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