Construction & Real Estate Buffalo, NY Pop. 278,349

Architect Salary in Buffalo, New York

The median architect salary in Buffalo, NY is $76,213 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 24.6% below the New York state average.

City Median
$76,213
vs State Avg
$-24,852
vs National
$-6,627
Cost of Living
92%

Architect Salary in Buffalo by Experience

In Buffalo, an entry-level architect earns around $47,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $128,800 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$47,840
$-4,160 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$78,200
$-6,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$128,800
$-11,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Buffalo, NY

Percentile Buffalo
10th Percentile $46,000
25th Percentile $58,880
Median (50th) $76,213
75th Percentile $103,040
90th Percentile $136,160

Architect Salary in Other New York Cities

How to Become a Architect in Buffalo

Education

Most architect positions require a bachelor's degree. Buffalo and the surrounding New York area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCAD/RevitBuilding DesignBuilding Codes3D ModelingProject ManagementSustainability

Job Outlook

Nationally, architect employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Buffalo may vary based on local industry and population growth.