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Architect vs Photographer salary

In Brazil, a architect earns about 70% more than a photographer $45,778 vs $26,998 per year.

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Creative
Architect
$45,778/yr
Monthly
$3,815
Hourly
$22
Range
$29,306$65,929
10-yr outlook
+5%
Creative
Photographer
$26,998/yr
Monthly
$2,250
Hourly
$13
Range
$16,062$40,359
10-yr outlook
+4%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileArchitectPhotographer
Entry (10th)$29,306$16,062
25th$37,542$21,539
Median$45,778$26,998
75th$55,854$33,688
Senior (90th)$65,929$40,359

National Brazil figures in BRL. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a architect or photographer earn more in Brazil?
A architect earns more, at about R$ 234.000 per year vs R$ 138.000 for a photographer — roughly 70% (R$ 96.000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Brazil?
A architect typically earns R$ 149.800–R$ 337.000, while a photographer earns R$ 82.100–R$ 206.300 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Brazil?
On a monthly basis before tax, a architect averages about R$ 19.500 and a photographer about R$ 11.500.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Brazil, a architect earns about R$ 149.800 while a photographer earns about R$ 82.100 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Brazil, a architect earns about R$ 337.000 while a photographer earns about R$ 206.300 per year.
Are architect and photographer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Creative category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.