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

A Lead Systems Architect's salary grows with experience: a Systems Architect III (4-7 years)earns $125,197, a Systems Architect IV (7+ years)earns $147,337, a Lead Systems Architect (7-10 years)earns $176,596, a Systems Architecture Supervisor (10+ years)earns $142,460, a Systems Architecture Manager (10+ years)earns $160,372,

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

Lead Systems Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Systems Architect roles are District of Columbia $187,682, California $186,970, Massachusetts $184,478. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Systems Architect level roles vary by specialization: Chief Systems Architect: $294,900; Lead Architect: $177,270; Lead Systems Engineering Architect: $169,510; Principal Systems Architect: $167,934; Computer Systems Architect: $167,934.

Lead Systems Architect Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Systems Architect in Rhode Island is $176,969 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,308
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,919 to $187,092
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $155,859

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Lead Systems Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,092	$15,591	$3,598	$90
Average	$176,969	$14,747	$3,403	$85
25th Percentile	$165,919	$13,827	$3,191	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Systems Architect Salaries

A Lead Systems 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 Systems Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Systems 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): $125,197
Early Career (1-2 years): $147,337
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $176,596
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,460
Expert (over 8 years): $160,372

Levels	Salary
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$125,197
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$147,337
Lead Syst... Level Lead Systems Architect	$176,596
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$142,460
Systems A... Level Lead Systems Architect	$160,372

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

District of Columbia: $187,682.
California: $186,970.
Massachusetts: $184,478.

District of Columbia $187,682 California $186,970 Massachusetts $184,478 Washington $183,800 New Jersey $183,732 Alaska $183,495 Connecticut $181,156 New York $180,207

Hawaii $177,172 Rhode Island $175,748 Maryland $174,782 Minnesota $173,460 Colorado $172,951 Illinois $172,782 Oregon $172,138 Delaware $171,663

New Hampshire $171,365 Virginia $170,697 Pennsylvania $168,748 Nevada $167,764 North Dakota $167,442 Michigan $166,934 Wisconsin $166,747 Vermont $166,374

Texas $165,340 Maine $165,273 Arizona $165,171 Ohio $165,052 Georgia $163,493 Indiana $162,713 Wyoming $162,560 Utah $162,323

Iowa $162,221 Kansas $161,408 Louisiana $161,170 North Carolina $161,086 Missouri $161,052 Florida $160,391 Montana $160,035 Nebraska $159,696

Kentucky $159,509 South Carolina $158,831 Tennessee $158,407 Idaho $158,238 New Mexico $157,001 Oklahoma $156,729 Alabama $155,729 South Dakota $154,051

Arkansas $153,136 West Virginia $152,644 Mississippi $151,169

Top Paying Cities for Lead Systems 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: $178,630
Albion: $175,664
Ashaway: $179,308

Adamsville, RI $178,630 Albion, RI $175,664 Ashaway, RI $179,308 Barrington, RI $175,664 Block Island, RI $178,376 Bradford, RI $179,189 Bristol, RI $175,494 Carolina, RI $177,732

Charlestown, RI $177,918 Chepachet, RI $175,325 Clayville, RI $175,494 Coventry, RI $175,325 West Greenwich, RI $175,206 East Greenwich, RI $175,443 Exeter, RI $179,189 Fiskeville, RI $175,664

Forestdale, RI $175,494 Foster, RI $175,206 Glendale, RI $175,206 Greene, RI $177,172 Greenville, RI $175,664 Harmony, RI $175,613 Harrisville, RI $175,325 Hope, RI $175,664

Hope Valley, RI $179,308 Hopkinton, RI $179,359 Jamestown, RI $177,562 Kenyon, RI $179,139 Little Compton, RI $178,562 Manville, RI $175,664 Mapleville, RI $175,206 Newport, RI $177,596

Middletown, RI $178,342 North Kingstown, RI $175,155 North Scituate, RI $175,613 Oakland, RI $175,375 Pascoag, RI $175,274 Pawtucket, RI $175,664 Central Falls, RI $175,664 Cumberland, RI $175,664

Lincoln, RI $175,664 Portsmouth, RI $176,884 Prudence Island, RI $175,325 Rockville, RI $179,359 Saunderstown, RI $177,664 Shannock, RI $179,088 Slatersville, RI $175,494 Slocum, RI $177,664

Tiverton, RI $178,681 Wakefield, RI $177,477 Kingston, RI $177,511 Narragansett, RI $177,545 Peace Dale, RI $177,477 Warren, RI $175,613 Warwick, RI $175,664 Westerly, RI $179,410

West Kingston, RI $177,613 West Warwick, RI $175,664 Wood River Junction, RI $179,189 Woonsocket, RI $175,494 North Smithfield, RI $175,613 Wyoming, RI $179,139 Providence, RI $175,664 Cranston, RI $175,664

North Providence, RI $175,664 East Providence, RI $175,664 Riverside, RI $175,664 Rumford, RI $175,664 Smithfield, RI $175,664 Johnston, RI $175,664

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

Understanding how a Lead Systems 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 May 18, 2021

$165,919

Average $176,969/year

$187,092

$13,827

Average $14,747/month

$15,591

$3,191

Average $3,403/week

$3,598

$80

Average $85/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$187,092	$15,591	$3,598	$90
Average	$176,969	$14,747	$3,403	$85
25th Percentile	$165,919	$13,827	$3,191	$80

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