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

A Project Architect's salary grows with experience: starting around $139,404 for beginners, reaching about $141,660 at mid-level, and approach $152,563 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Project Architect?

Project Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Architect roles are District of Columbia $158,912, California $158,309, Massachusetts $156,199. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Architect roles make?

Salaries for Project Architect level roles vary by specialization: Project Architect, Master: $131,780; Interior Project Manager Project Architect: $117,537; Project Architect/Project Manager: $116,714; Project Architect, Specialist: $111,980; Architectural Designer - Project Architect: $95,446.

Project Architect Salary in Delaware

How much does a Project Architect make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Project Architect in Delaware is $145,679 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $174,859
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $134,578 to $160,953
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $124,471

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Project Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,953	$13,413	$3,095	$77
Average	$145,679	$12,140	$2,802	$70
25th Percentile	$134,578	$11,215	$2,588	$65

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Key Factors That Influence Project Architect Salaries

A Project 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 Project Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project 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): $139,404
Early Career (1-2 years): $140,156
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,660
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,467
Expert (over 8 years): $152,563

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Project Architect	$139,404
Intermediate Level Project Architect	$140,156
Senior Level Project Architect	$141,660
Specialist Level Project Architect	$148,467
Expert Level Project Architect	$152,563

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

District of Columbia: $158,912.
California: $158,309.
Massachusetts: $156,199.

District of Columbia $158,912 California $158,309 Massachusetts $156,199 Washington $155,625 New Jersey $155,568 Alaska $155,367 Connecticut $153,386 New York $152,582

Hawaii $150,013 Rhode Island $148,807 Maryland $147,989 Minnesota $146,870 Colorado $146,439 Illinois $146,296 Oregon $145,750 Delaware $145,348

New Hampshire $145,096 Virginia $144,530 Pennsylvania $142,880 Nevada $142,047 North Dakota $141,775 Michigan $141,344 Wisconsin $141,186 Vermont $140,870

Texas $139,995 Maine $139,938 Arizona $139,851 Ohio $139,751 Georgia $138,431 Indiana $137,770 Wyoming $137,641 Utah $137,440

Iowa $137,354 Kansas $136,665 Louisiana $136,464 North Carolina $136,392 Missouri $136,364 Florida $135,804 Montana $135,503 Nebraska $135,216

Kentucky $135,058 South Carolina $134,484 Tennessee $134,125 Idaho $133,981 New Mexico $132,934 Oklahoma $132,704 Alabama $131,857 South Dakota $130,436

Arkansas $129,661 West Virginia $129,245 Mississippi $127,996

Top Paying Cities for Project 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:

Lincoln: $150,429
Little Creek: $149,037
Magnolia: $149,654

Lincoln, DE $150,429 Little Creek, DE $149,037 Magnolia, DE $149,654 Milford, DE $150,429 Marydel, DE $148,477 Millsboro, DE $150,429 Millville, DE $151,434 Milton, DE $150,429

Nassau, DE $150,429 Ocean View, DE $151,434 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,434 Seaford, DE $148,851 Selbyville, DE $151,434 Smyrna, DE $148,305 Viola, DE $149,654 Woodside, DE $149,224

Bear, DE $147,214 Newark, DE $147,272 Claymont, DE $147,387 Delaware City, DE $147,272 Hockessin, DE $147,387 Kirkwood, DE $147,272 Middletown, DE $148,004 Montchanin, DE $147,387

New Castle, DE $147,387 Odessa, DE $148,205 Port Penn, DE $146,870 Rockland, DE $147,387 Saint Georges, DE $147,272 Townsend, DE $147,989 Winterthur, DE $147,387 Lewes, DE $150,429

Wilmington, DE $147,387 Dover, DE $148,965 Dover Afb, DE $149,310 Bethany Beach, DE $151,434 Bethel, DE $148,851 Bridgeville, DE $150,429 Camden Wyoming, DE $149,123 Cheswold, DE $148,621

Clayton, DE $148,248 Dagsboro, DE $151,434 Delmar, DE $148,851 Ellendale, DE $150,429 Felton, DE $150,429 Fenwick Island, DE $151,434 Frankford, DE $151,434 Frederica, DE $150,429

Georgetown, DE $150,429 Greenwood, DE $150,429 Harbeson, DE $150,429 Harrington, DE $150,429 Hartly, DE $148,176 Houston, DE $150,429 Kenton, DE $148,248 Laurel, DE $148,851

Yorklyn, DE $147,387

Project Architect Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project 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

$134,578

Average $145,679/year

$160,953

$11,215

Average $12,140/month

$13,413

$2,588

Average $2,802/week

$3,095

$65

Average $70/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$160,953	$13,413	$3,095	$77
Average	$145,679	$12,140	$2,802	$70
25th Percentile	$134,578	$11,215	$2,588	$65

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