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Architect Salary in United Kingdom

Architects design buildings and spaces that balance function, safety, and aesthetics. The United Kingdom median is $135,209 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$135,209
per year
Monthly (national)
$11,245
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$135,209
Sheffield, England
Hourly (national)
$65.01
varies by city

Architect salary by city in United Kingdom

CityPer year
Sheffield, England$135,209
Liverpool, England$135,209
Cardiff, Wales$135,209
Leicester, England$135,209
Bradford, England$135,209
London, England$106,026
Edinburgh, Scotland$72,959
Manchester, England$70,014
Bristol, England$69,880
Birmingham, England$66,534
Glasgow, Scotland$64,793
Leeds, England$64,258

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a architect make in United Kingdom?
The national median architect salary in United Kingdom is about £101,000 per year (£8,400 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about £48,000 to £101,000.
Which United Kingdom city pays architects the most?
Sheffield, England pays the most at about £101,000 per year.
Which United Kingdom city pays architects the least?
Among cities we cover, Leeds, England is on the lower end at about £48,000 per year for a architect.
What is the typical salary range for a architect in United Kingdom?
Across United Kingdom cities we cover, architect pay commonly spans from about £31,400 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about £145,400 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Kingdom cities have architect salary data?
Pay by Role publishes architect pay for 12 cities in United Kingdom, all shown in GBP.
Is architect in demand in United Kingdom?
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.