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Architect Salary in New Zealand

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The New Zealand median is $99,031 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$99,031
per year
Monthly (national)
$8,233
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$99,031
Manukau, NZ
Hourly (national)
$47.61
varies by city

Architect salary by city in New Zealand

CityPer year
Manukau, NZ$99,031
Hamilton, NZ$99,031
Tauranga, NZ$99,031
Dunedin, NZ$99,031
Lower Hutt, NZ$99,031
Wellington, NZ$71,970
Auckland, NZ$69,667
Christchurch, NZ$65,061

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in New Zealand?
The national median architect salary in New Zealand is about $172,000 per year ($14,300 per month). Across 8 cities, pay ranges from about $113,000 to $172,000.
Which New Zealand city pays architects the most?
Manukau, NZ pays the most at about $172,000 per year.
Which New Zealand city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Christchurch, NZ is on the lower end at about $113,000 per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in New Zealand?
Across New Zealand cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about $74,200 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $247,700 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many New Zealand cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 8 cities in New Zealand, all shown in NZD.
Is architect in demand in New Zealand?
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.