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Architect vs Photographer salary

In Spain, a architect earns about 69% more than a photographer $102,647 vs $60,676 per year.

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Creative
Architect
$102,647/yr
Monthly
$8,554
Hourly
$49
Range
$65,694$147,812
10-yr outlook
+5%
Creative
Photographer
$60,676/yr
Monthly
$5,018
Hourly
$30
Range
$36,155$90,672
10-yr outlook
+4%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileArchitectPhotographer
Entry (10th)$65,694$36,155
25th$84,171$48,358
Median$102,647$60,676
75th$125,230$75,731
Senior (90th)$147,812$90,672

National Spain figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a architect or photographer earn more in Spain?
A architect earns more, at about 90.000 € per year vs 53.200 € for a photographer — roughly 69% (36.800 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Spain?
A architect typically earns 57.600 €–129.600 €, while a photographer earns 31.700 €–79.500 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Spain?
On a monthly basis before tax, a architect averages about 7500 € and a photographer about 4400 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Spain, a architect earns about 57.600 € while a photographer earns about 31.700 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Spain, a architect earns about 129.600 € while a photographer earns about 79.500 € 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.