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Architect Salary in Malaysia

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Malaysia median is $58,233 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$58,233
per year
Monthly (national)
$4,865
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$58,233
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$28.00
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$58,233
Petaling Jaya, MY$58,233
Ipoh, MY$58,233
Malacca, MY$58,233
Kota Bharu, MY$58,233
Kuantan, MY$58,233
Kota Kinabalu, MY$58,233
Kuala Terengganu, MY$58,233
Alor Setar, MY$58,233
Kuching, MY$58,233
Seremban, MY$58,233
Kuala Lumpur, MY$40,788

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Malaysia?
The national median architect salary in Malaysia is about RM 237,000 per year (RM 19,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 166,000 to RM 237,000.
Which Malaysia city pays architects the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 237,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 166,000 per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about RM 109,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 341,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is architect in demand in Malaysia?
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.