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Solutions Architect Salary in Birmingham, Alabama

The median solutions architect salary in Birmingham, AL is $127,500 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 3.7% above the Alabama state average.

City Median
$127,500
vs State Avg
+$4,500
vs National
$-22,500
Cost of Living
90%

Solutions Architect Salary in Birmingham by Experience

In Birmingham, an entry-level solutions architect earns around $80,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $182,750 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$80,750
$-14,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$129,200
$-22,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$182,750
$-32,250 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Birmingham, AL

Percentile Birmingham
10th Percentile $76,500
25th Percentile $100,300
Median (50th) $127,500
75th Percentile $163,200
90th Percentile $191,250

Solutions Architect Salary in Other Alabama Cities

How to Become a Solutions Architect in Birmingham

Education

Most solutions architect positions require a bachelor's degree. Birmingham and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Cloud ArchitectureSystem DesignAWS/AzureMicroservicesSecurityCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, solutions architect employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Birmingham may vary based on local industry and population growth.