Data Architect Salary in 2026
Design, create, and manage data architecture and data management frameworks.
Median Salary
$135,000
$11,250/mo
Entry Level
$95,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$185,000
experienced
Job Growth
+18%
10-yr outlook
Data Architect Overview
Design, create, and manage data architecture and data management frameworks.
Education
Bachelor's/Master's
Experience
5-8 years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
50K
5-Year Growth
+16%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$64.90/hr
Monthly Pay
$11,250
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Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Data Architect Salary
$154,000
$12,833/month · $5,923/biweekly · $74.04/hr
Data Architect Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Data Architect field.
Entry-level Data Architects earn around $95,000, while the top 10% earn $202,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Data Architects
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $159,000 | +$24,000 |
| New York | $155,000 | +$20,000 |
| Washington | $151,000 | +$16,000 |
| Virginia | $143,000 | +$8,000 |
| Texas | $132,000 | $-3,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Data Architects
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $169,000 | +$34,000 |
| New York | $159,000 | +$24,000 |
| Washington DC | $155,000 | +$20,000 |
| Seattle | $154,000 | +$19,000 |
| Austin | $139,000 | +$4,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Data Architect Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Data Architect from entry level to expert.
$95,000
0-2 years
$140,000
3-7 years
$185,000
8-14 years
$220,000
15+ years
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