What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Architectural Designer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Entry Level Architectural Designer's salary?

An Entry Level Architectural Designer's salary grows with experience: an Entry Level Architectural Designer (0-2 years)earns $70,420, an Architect II (2-4 years)earns $85,513, an Architect III (4-7 years)earns $105,313, an Architect IV (7+ years)earns $126,124, an Architect V (7-10 years)earns $148,430,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Architectural Designer?

Entry Level Architectural Designer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Architectural Designer roles are District of Columbia $69,085, California $68,823, Massachusetts $67,906. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Architectural Designer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Architectural Designer level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Product Designer: $76,879; Entry Level Landscape Designer: $70,862; Entry Level Cad Designer: $66,081; Architectural Designer (Level): $65,461; Entry Level Architecture Designer: $63,377.

Entry Level Architectural Designer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Architectural Designer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Entry Level Architectural Designer in District of Columbia is $69,447 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

However, an Entry Level Architectural Designer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,119
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $61,140 to $75,557
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,577

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Entry Level Architectural Designer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,557	$6,296	$1,453	$36
Average	$69,447	$5,787	$1,336	$33
25th Percentile	$61,140	$5,095	$1,176	$29

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Architectural Designer Salaries

An Entry Level Architectural Designer'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 Entry Level Architectural Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Architectural Designer'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): $70,420
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,513
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,313
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,124
Expert (over 8 years): $148,430

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Architectural Designer	$70,420
Architect... Level Entry Level Architectural Designer	$85,513
Architect... Level Entry Level Architectural Designer	$105,313
Architect... Level Entry Level Architectural Designer	$126,124
Architect... Level Entry Level Architectural Designer	$148,430

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How Do Entry Level Architectural Designer 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 Entry Level Architectural Designers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $69,085.
California: $68,823.
Massachusetts: $67,906.

District of Columbia $69,085 California $68,823 Massachusetts $67,906 Washington $67,656 New Jersey $67,631 Alaska $67,544 Connecticut $66,683 New York $66,333

Hawaii $65,216 Rhode Island $64,692 Maryland $64,337 Minnesota $63,850 Colorado $63,663 Illinois $63,600 Oregon $63,363 Delaware $63,189

New Hampshire $63,079 Virginia $62,833 Pennsylvania $62,115 Nevada $61,753 North Dakota $61,635 Michigan $61,448 Wisconsin $61,379 Vermont $61,242

Texas $60,861 Maine $60,836 Arizona $60,799 Ohio $60,755 Georgia $60,181 Indiana $59,894 Wyoming $59,838 Utah $59,751

Iowa $59,713 Kansas $59,414 Louisiana $59,326 North Carolina $59,295 Missouri $59,283 Florida $59,039 Montana $58,908 Nebraska $58,783

Kentucky $58,715 South Carolina $58,465 Tennessee $58,309 Idaho $58,247 New Mexico $57,791 Oklahoma $57,691 Alabama $57,323 South Dakota $56,706

Arkansas $56,369 West Virginia $56,188 Mississippi $55,645

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Architectural Designers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $69,085
Washington: $69,085
Naval Anacost Annex: $69,085

Parcel Return Service, DC $69,085 Washington, DC $69,085 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $69,085 Washington Navy Yard, DC $69,085

Entry Level Architectural Designer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Architectural Designer'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

$61,140

Average $69,447/year

$75,557

$5,095

Average $5,787/month

$6,296

$1,176

Average $1,336/week

$1,453

$29

Average $33/hour

$36

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$75,557	$6,296	$1,453	$36
Average	$69,447	$5,787	$1,336	$33
25th Percentile	$61,140	$5,095	$1,176	$29

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