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Architect salary in Houston, TX

How much does an Architect make in Houston, TX?

Average base salary

$92,833
same
as national average
Average $92,833
Low $56,586
High $152,297
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a architect is $92,833 per year in Houston, TX. 38 salaries reported, updated at June 7, 2023

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Top companies for Architects in Houston, TX

  1. Autodesk
    4.1
    530 reviews8 salaries reported
    $191,000per year
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Highest paying cities for Architects near Houston, TX

  1. Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
    $132,058 per year
    5 salaries reported
  2. Irving, TX
    $122,173 per year
    13 salaries reported
  3. Richardson, TX
    $120,876 per year
    7 salaries reported
  1. Dallas, TX
    $115,632 per year
    83 salaries reported
  2. Plano, TX
    $114,814 per year
    15 salaries reported
  3. Austin, TX
    $108,145 per year
    36 salaries reported
  1. San Antonio, TX
    $107,765 per year
    11 salaries reported
  2. Fort Worth, TX
    $105,386 per year
    7 salaries reported
  3. Houston, TX
    $92,833 per year
    38 salaries reported
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Where can an Architect earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Architects

Most recommended skill

Communication Skills(earn +25.34% more)

The jobs requiring this skill have increase by 65725.93% since 2018. Architects with this skill earn +25.34% more than the average base salary, which is $92,833 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this skillChange from previous year
20131increase by 1
20144increase by 300.00%
20153decrease by 25.00%
20164increase by 33.33%
201710increase by 150.00%
201854increase by 440.00%
201935546increase by 65725.93%

Top companies hiring Architects with the recommended skill

RSK Engineering
Montgomery Roth Architecture & Interior Design
Populous
Corgan
BJMC Global
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Top certifications
CCIE
+53.65%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top CertificationsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
33 jobs41
17 jobs21
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Most common benefits for Architects

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 287 ratings

64% of Architects in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Houston, TX?

Project Architect

328 job openings

Average $82,789 per year

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Common questions about salaries for an Architect

How can I know if I am being paid fairly as an architect?

If you're unsure about what salary is appropriate for an architect, visit Indeed's Salary Calculator to get a free, personalized pay range based on your location, industry, and experience.

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What kind of architect role gets the highest pay?

The following are the architect roles with the highest pay:

  • Building Architect (Commercial, Factories, Resident, Restaurants, Theatre, etc.)
  • Landscape Architect (Parks, Gardens, Playgrounds, etc.)
  • Naval Architect (Boats, Ship, Submarine, etc.)
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How much do similar professions to architect get paid?

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