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Architect Salary in Germany

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Germany median is $145,987 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$145,987
per year
Monthly (national)
$12,204
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$145,987
Stuttgart, DE
Hourly (national)
$70.19
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Germany

CityPer year
Stuttgart, DE$145,987
Essen, DE$145,987
Dortmund, DE$145,987
Dresden, DE$145,987
Bremen, DE$145,987
Nuremberg, DE$145,987
Munich, DE$111,429
Frankfurt, DE$108,806
Hamburg, DE$102,647
Berlin, DE$100,138
Cologne, DE$97,515
Düsseldorf, DE$95,462

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Germany?
The national median architect salary in Germany is about 128.000 € per year (10.700 € per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about 83.700 € to 128.000 €.
Which Germany city pays architects the most?
Stuttgart, DE pays the most at about 128.000 € per year.
Which Germany city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Düsseldorf, DE is on the lower end at about 83.700 € per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Germany?
Across Germany cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about 54.800 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 184.300 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Germany cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 12 cities in Germany, all shown in EUR.
Is architect in demand in Germany?
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.