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A comprehensive guide to Architect licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$91,289 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

Comparable to national median earnings

Top Paying State

Wyoming

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WY
WyomingCompact: No
$107,040High CoL Adjusted
Tied to businessSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
RI
Rhode IslandCompact: Yes
$106,950High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
CA
CaliforniaCompact: Yes
$105,840High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Pending
$105,340High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Yes
$105,200High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
SD
South DakotaCompact: No
$102,420High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states