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Architect Salary in Portugal

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The Portugal median is $74,932 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$74,932
per year
Monthly (national)
$6,273
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$74,932
Braga, PT
Hourly (national)
$36.03
varies by city

Architect salary by city in Portugal

CityPer year
Braga, PT$74,932
Amadora, PT$74,932
Coimbra, PT$74,932
Leiria, PT$74,932
Setúbal, PT$74,932
Funchal, PT$74,932
Viseu, PT$74,932
Queluz, PT$74,932
Lisbon, PT$54,403
Porto, PT$48,472

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in Portugal?
The national median architect salary in Portugal is about 65 700 € per year (5500 € per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about 42 500 € to 65 700 €.
Which Portugal city pays architects the most?
Braga, PT pays the most at about 65 700 € per year.
Which Portugal city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Porto, PT is on the lower end at about 42 500 € per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in Portugal?
Across Portugal cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about 27 800 € at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about 94 600 € for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Portugal cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 10 cities in Portugal, all shown in EUR.
Is architect in demand in Portugal?
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.