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Architect Salary in Norway

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Norway median is $196,343 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$196,343
per year
Monthly (national)
$16,362
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$196,343
Bergen, NO
Hourly (national)
$94.40
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Norway

CityPer year
Bergen, NO$196,343
Trondheim, NO$196,343
Stavanger, NO$196,343
Kristiansand, NO$196,343
Drammen, NO$196,343
Oslo, NO$137,031

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Norway?
The national median architect salary in Norway is about 1 920 000 kr per year (160 000 kr per month). Across 6 cities, pay ranges from about 1 340 000 kr to 1 920 000 kr.
Which Norway city pays architects the most?
Bergen, NO pays the most at about 1 920 000 kr per year.
Which Norway city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Oslo, NO is on the lower end at about 1 340 000 kr per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Norway?
Across Norway cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about 880 000 kr at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 2 764 800 kr for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Norway cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 6 cities in Norway, all shown in NOK.
Is architect in demand in Norway?
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.