Architecture salaries
in New York - 2026
The average salary for an Architect in New York is $122,000 per year.
Find out how much Architects earn in 2026 in New York across all levels, from Architect to President. Trusted by top New York architecture firms.
Based on data from 3,000+ active job vacancies, 1,890 survey respondents and insights from 65 recruitment experts.
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Architecture Salaries New York 2026
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| Job Title | $ Low | $ Avg | $ High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architect (0-3 yrs) | 70,000 | 75,000 | 85,000 |
| Architect (3-6 yrs) | 75,000 | 94,000 | 105,000 |
| Architect (6-9 yrs) | 88,000 | 106,000 | 130,000 |
| Senior Architect (10+ yrs) | 115,000 | 135,000 | 150,000 |
| Project Manager (5-10 yrs) | 90,000 | 115,000 | 130,000 |
| Project Manager (10+ yrs) | 125,000 | 140,000 | 165,000 |
| Visualiser | 65,000 | 75,000 | 95,000 |
| Senior Visualiser | 75,000 | 95,000 | 130,000 |
| BIM Coordinator | 85,000 | 95,000 | 120,000 |
| BIM Manager | 95,000 | 125,000 | 150,000 |
| Managing Principal | 150,000 | 185,000 | 220,000 |
| CEO/President | 180,000 | 210,000 | 250,000 |
Our salary data draws on input from over 1,890 survey respondents, 1,200 recent placements, 3,000 job listings and insight from 65 recruitment experts.
Architects in New York typically earn more at larger practices, thanks to structured pay and bigger projects. But smaller studios offer broader experience, closer director access, more design influence and faster progression. Pay might be lower, but the hands-on exposure and autonomy can outweigh the difference, especially early in your career.
Yes. Contract roles often pay 5-10% more than permanent ones. To find out more about contracting head here.
Commercial, infrastructure, and hospitality sectors often offer higher salaries than residential or cultural projects.
Many architectural roles in New York offer bonuses or commissions on top of base salaries, especially for senior positions.
Architects in New York earn among the highest salaries in the US, reflecting the city's high cost of living and concentration of major architecture firms. Salaries are typically above Los Angeles, Chicago and other major markets, particularly at senior and principal level.
The average salary for an Architect in New York is approximately $122,000 per year. Entry-level Architects (0–3 yrs) earn around $75,000, rising to $106,000 at mid-career and $135,000+ at Senior Architect level. Managing Principals and CEOs can earn $185,000–$210,000 on average.
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