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As of October 2025, the average salary for an Internet Architect is $123,717 per year. This figure can vary widely, influenced by factors such as geographic location, years of experience, and the specific field of employment. For instance, architects working in technology hubs often earn more due to higher demand and cost of living.
In states like California and New York, salaries tend to be higher, reflecting the concentration of tech companies and startups. In contrast, regions with fewer tech opportunities may offer lower salaries. Here’s a quick overview of average salaries by state:
Additionally, years of experience play a crucial role in salary progression. Entry-level positions typically start around $85,000, while senior roles can exceed $150,000. Understanding these dynamics can help job seekers navigate their career paths effectively.
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The average internet architect salary in Washington, Oregon, and Alaska are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average internet architect salary states are West Virginia, Montana, and Florida.
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $144,852 | $69.64 |
| 2 | New Hampshire | $131,965 | $63.44 |
| 3 | Idaho | $128,886 | $61.96 |
| 4 | Nevada | $126,603 | $60.87 |
| 5 | Alaska | $136,159 | $65.46 |
| 6 | New York | $133,270 | $64.07 |
| 7 | Connecticut | $128,954 | $62.00 |
| 8 | Oregon | $139,161 | $66.90 |
| 9 | Arizona | $125,096 | $60.14 |
| 10 | Maine | $128,853 | $61.95 |
| 11 | South Carolina | $129,259 | $62.14 |
| 12 | Utah | $129,081 | $62.06 |
| 13 | Massachusetts | $135,048 | $64.93 |
| 14 | Delaware | $125,698 | $60.43 |
| 15 | Colorado | $126,008 | $60.58 |
| 16 | New Jersey | $123,135 | $59.20 |
| 17 | Missouri | $118,698 | $57.07 |
| 18 | Ohio | $114,453 | $55.03 |
| 19 | Wisconsin | $118,643 | $57.04 |
| 20 | Georgia | $117,337 | $56.41 |
| 21 | District of Columbia | $131,485 | $63.21 |
| 22 | Indiana | $117,727 | $56.60 |
| 23 | North Dakota | $111,619 | $53.66 |
| 24 | Michigan | $113,631 | $54.63 |
| 25 | Rhode Island | $122,669 | $58.98 |
| 26 | Minnesota | $116,390 | $55.96 |
| 27 | Vermont | $122,583 | $58.93 |
| 28 | Nebraska | $113,731 | $54.68 |
| 29 | Texas | $110,978 | $53.35 |
| 30 | Maryland | $114,160 | $54.88 |
| 31 | Kentucky | $111,422 | $53.57 |
| 32 | Illinois | $110,964 | $53.35 |
| 33 | Virginia | $122,661 | $58.97 |
| 34 | California | $125,957 | $60.56 |
| 35 | Louisiana | $114,242 | $54.92 |
| 36 | Alabama | $110,981 | $53.36 |
| 37 | Pennsylvania | $107,838 | $51.85 |
| 38 | Arkansas | $109,463 | $52.63 |
| 39 | North Carolina | $107,129 | $51.50 |
| 40 | Tennessee | $108,135 | $51.99 |
| 41 | New Mexico | $110,125 | $52.94 |
| 42 | Oklahoma | $111,175 | $53.45 |
| 43 | Kansas | $108,460 | $52.14 |
| 44 | Iowa | $108,460 | $52.14 |
| 45 | Montana | $106,106 | $51.01 |
| 46 | West Virginia | $106,549 | $51.23 |
| 47 | Hawaii | $90,402 | $43.46 |
| 48 | Florida | $105,907 | $50.92 |
| 49 | Wyoming | $101,654 | $48.87 |
| 50 | Mississippi | $106,834 | $51.36 |
| 51 | South Dakota | $100,235 | $48.19 |
The highest-paying cities for internet architects are New York, NY, Grand Junction, CO, and Tempe, AZ.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $133,648 | $64.25 |
| 2 | Grand Junction, CO | $127,594 | $61.34 |
| 3 | Tempe, AZ | $125,536 | $60.35 |
| 4 | Alpharetta, GA | $117,935 | $56.70 |
| 5 | Olathe, KS | $108,650 | $52.24 |
| 6 | Charlotte, NC | $106,537 | $51.22 |
An internet architect's salary ranges from $86,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $177,000 at the 90th percentile.

| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $177,000 | $14,750 | $85 |
| 75th Percentile | $149,000 | $12,417 | $72 |
| Average | $123,717 | $10,310 | $59 |
| 25th Percentile | $102,000 | $8,500 | $49 |
| 10th Percentile | $86,000 | $7,167 | $41 |
The highest paying types of internet architects are lead developer, senior software engineer, and software architect.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salesforce Developer | $98,375 | $8,198 | $47.30 | 82,312 |
| Developer/Consultant | $98,508 | $8,209 | $47.36 | 257,985 |
| Lead Developer | $116,340 | $9,695 | $55.93 | 274,208 |
| ETL Developer | $92,419 | $7,702 | $44.43 | 88,652 |
| Developer | $100,076 | $8,340 | $48.11 | 262,570 |
| Applications Developer | $89,205 | $7,434 | $42.89 | 279,877 |
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The average internet architect salary has risen by $22,968 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average internet architect earned $100,749 annually, but today, they earn $123,717 a year. That works out to a 10% change in pay for internet architects over the last decade.
Compare internet architect salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Compare internet architect salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $124,000 | $59.48 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $120,000 | $57.52 | +2.3% |
| 2023 | $117,000 | $56.22 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | $115,000 | $55.22 | +1.7% |
| 2021 | $113,000 | $54.30 | +1.8% |
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booz Allen Hamilton | Healthcare Real Time Location Systems (Rtls) and Internet of Things (IOT) Architect | Washington, DC | 11/25/2024 | $96,600 |
| County of Fairfax | Internet/Intranet Architect II | Fairfax, VA | 11/12/2023 | $76,118 |
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