Architects, Except Naval Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for architects, except navals across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $103,550 ≈ $50/hr
National median salary $97,570
Total employment 126,380 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do architects, except naval make in the U.S.?
The median architects, except naval salary in the United States is $97,570 per year (mean $103,550), and about 80% earn between $61,110 and $158,900.
How much do architects, except naval make per hour?
Roughly $50 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $103,550 and 2,080 work hours per year.