Earnings
Architects earned a median annual salary of $93,310 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The lowest paid 10 percent earned less than $58,870 annually, while the highest paid 10 percent earned $151,300 or more. In June 2024, Salary.com reported the salary range for junior architects was $62,555 to $75,762.
Well-established architects who are partners in an architectural firm or who have their own businesses generally earn much more than salaried employees. Most employers offer such fringe benefits as health insurance, sick and vacation pay, and retirement plans.
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