Architect
Architects
SOC 17-1011
How Much Does an Architect Make?
The national median salary for an Architect is $93,310 per year ($44.86/hour), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024 data).
That's 43% above the national median salary of $65,470 for all occupations.
How to Become an Architect
Bachelor's of Architecture (5yr) or M.Arch. Internship required.
ARE exam + state license REQUIRED
Architect Job Outlook
Faster than avg — the BLS projects 5% growth from 2024 to 2034.
That's faster than the average across all occupations (4%).
About 7,900 positions are expected to open annually, from both new roles and replacement needs.
Green building; adaptive reuse; urbanization
What It's Like to Work as an Architect
This is primarily desk-based or low-physical-effort work.
Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
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