What are the main factors that influence an Interior Architect's salary?

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

How does experience change An Interior Architect's salary?

An Interior Architect's salary grows with experience: an Interior Architect (0-2 years)earns $70,566, an Architect II (2-4 years)earns $85,690, an Architect III (4-7 years)earns $105,532, an Architect IV (7+ years)earns $126,385, an Architect V (7-10 years)earns $148,738,

What are the highest paying states for an Interior Architect?

Interior Architect salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Interior Architect roles are District of Columbia $70,171, California $69,905, Massachusetts $68,973. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Interior Architect roles make?

Salaries for Interior Architect level roles vary by specialization: Interior Project Manager Project Architect: $117,537; Expert/Principal Interior Designer: $93,800; Specialist Interior Designer: $81,000; Interior Engineer: $79,611; Interior Consultant: $63,443.

Interior Architect Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Interior Architect make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Interior Architect in District of Columbia is $70,539 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $82,861
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,981 to $76,989
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,101

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Interior Architect Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,989	$6,416	$1,481	$37
Average	$70,539	$5,878	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$62,981	$5,248	$1,211	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Interior Architect Salaries

An Interior 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 Interior Architect Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Interior 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): $70,566
Early Career (1-2 years): $85,690
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,532
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,385
Expert (over 8 years): $148,738

Levels	Salary
Interior ... Level Interior Architect	$70,566
Architect... Level Interior Architect	$85,690
Architect... Level Interior Architect	$105,532
Architect... Level Interior Architect	$126,385
Architect... Level Interior Architect	$148,738

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

District of Columbia: $70,171.
California: $69,905.
Massachusetts: $68,973.

District of Columbia $70,171 California $69,905 Massachusetts $68,973 Washington $68,720 New Jersey $68,694 Alaska $68,606 Connecticut $67,731 New York $67,376

Hawaii $66,242 Rhode Island $65,709 Maryland $65,348 Minnesota $64,854 Colorado $64,664 Illinois $64,600 Oregon $64,359 Delaware $64,182

New Hampshire $64,070 Virginia $63,821 Pennsylvania $63,092 Nevada $62,724 North Dakota $62,604 Michigan $62,414 Wisconsin $62,344 Vermont $62,204

Texas $61,818 Maine $61,793 Arizona $61,755 Ohio $61,710 Georgia $61,127 Indiana $60,836 Wyoming $60,779 Utah $60,690

Iowa $60,652 Kansas $60,348 Louisiana $60,259 North Carolina $60,227 Missouri $60,214 Florida $59,967 Montana $59,834 Nebraska $59,707

Kentucky $59,638 South Carolina $59,384 Tennessee $59,226 Idaho $59,162 New Mexico $58,700 Oklahoma $58,598 Alabama $58,224 South Dakota $57,597

Arkansas $57,255 West Virginia $57,071 Mississippi $56,520

Top Paying Cities for Interior 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:

Parcel Return Service: $70,171
Washington: $70,171
Naval Anacost Annex: $70,171

Parcel Return Service, DC $70,171 Washington, DC $70,171 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $70,171 Washington Navy Yard, DC $70,171

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

Understanding how an Interior 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

$62,981

Average $70,539/year

$76,989

$5,248

Average $5,878/month

$6,416

$1,211

Average $1,357/week

$1,481

$30

Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,989	$6,416	$1,481	$37
Average	$70,539	$5,878	$1,357	$34
25th Percentile	$62,981	$5,248	$1,211	$30

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