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Architect Salary in Australia

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Australia median is $154,756 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$154,756
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,908
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$154,756
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$74.40
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$154,756
Canberra, ACT$154,756
Sunshine Coast, QLD$154,756
Wollongong, NSW$154,756
Hobart, TAS$154,756
Darwin, NT$154,756
Mackay, QLD$154,756
Sydney, NSW$115,199
Melbourne, VIC$113,117
Perth, WA$100,626
Brisbane, QLD$99,932
Adelaide, SA$91,604

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Australia?
The national median architect salary in Australia is about $223,000 per year ($18,600 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $132,000 to $223,000.
Which Australia city pays architects the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $223,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $132,000 per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about $86,700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $321,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is architect in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related creative roles on Pay by Role include Graphic Designer, Copywriter, Video Editor.