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Architectural Designer

Average Early-Career Architectural Designer with Autodesk AutoCAD Skills Hourly Pay in San Diego, California

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$24.73
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$17.38
MEDIAN
$24.73
90%
$30.72

The average hourly pay for an Architectural Designer is $24.73 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$17 - $31
Bonus
$2k - $4k
Profit Sharing
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$38k - $65k
Based on 22 salary profiles (last updated Jul 12 2022)
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What Do Architectural Designers Do?

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Common Health Benefits for a Architectural Designer

Medical
68%
Dental
37%
Vision
26%
None
32%

Gender Breakdown for Architectural Designers

Female
82.4%
Male
17.6%
This data is based on 17 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Architectural Designers

What is the highest pay for Architectural Designers in San Diego?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Architectural Designer in San Diego is $30.72 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Architectural Designers in San Diego?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Architectural Designer in San Diego is $17.38 / hour

How can Architectural Designers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Architectural Designer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Architectural Designer that oversees more junior Architectural Designers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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