Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salary in the United States

How much does a Senior Cloud Solution Architect make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Senior Cloud Solution Architect in the United States is $150,620 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $169,598
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $139,870 to $160,554
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,083
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Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $160,554 $13,380 $3,088 $77
Average $150,620 $12,552 $2,897 $72
25th Percentile $139,870 $11,656 $2,690 $67
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Key Factors That Influence Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salaries

A Senior Cloud Solution 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Senior Cloud Solution 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): $145,401
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $146,228
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $147,056
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,215
  • Expert (over 8 years): $150,542
Levels Salary
Entry Level Senior Cloud Solution Architect $145,401
Intermediate Level Senior Cloud Solution Architect $146,228
Senior Level Senior Cloud Solution Architect $147,056
Specialist Level Senior Cloud Solution Architect $148,215
Expert Level Senior Cloud Solution Architect $150,542
$145,401 0 yr
$146,228 < 2 yrs
$147,056 2-4 yrs
$148,215 5-8 yrs
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How Do Senior Cloud Solution 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 Senior Cloud Solution Architects. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • California: $166,134.
  • Massachusetts: $163,920.
  • New Jersey: $163,257

How Education impacts a Senior Cloud Solution Architect's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Senior Cloud Solution Architects enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Senior Cloud Solution Architect with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $135,104 and $141,482.

Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Senior Cloud Solution Architect
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.2%
High School 22.7%
Associates 9.5%
Bachelors 45.4%
Masters 19.8%
Doctorate 0.4%
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Senior Cloud Solution Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Senior Cloud Solution 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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$139,870
Average $150,620/year
$160,554
$11,656
Average $12,552/month
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$2,690
Average $2,897/week
$3,088
$67
Average $72/hour
$77
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $160,554 $13,380 $3,088 $77
Average $150,620 $12,552 $2,897 $72
25th Percentile $139,870 $11,656 $2,690 $67

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Salary Trends for Senior Cloud Solution Architects

Salaries for a Senior Cloud Solution Architect can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $122,314 in 2023 to around $117,831 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Senior Cloud Solution Architect salary trends, .

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Senior Cloud Solution Architect bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 73.1%
Bonuses -0.3%
Social Security 5.6%
401k/403b 3.1%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 4.0%
Pension 4.0%
Time Off 9.0%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $150,620 73.1%
Bonus $-590 -0.3%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $11,568 5.6%
401K/403B $6,351 3.1%
Disability $3,024 1.5%
Healthcare $8,175 4.0%
Pension $8,166 4.0%
Time Off $18,611 9.0%
Total Compensation $205,925 100%
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