Solutions Architect Salary Guide 2026
Defense and biotech core infra needs.
National Median: $152,000
Range: $133K – $239K
3-Year Growth Trend: +5.8% · Source: Built In; 6figr
Avg Total Comp
$170,000
Experience Level
Median base $148k in San Diego; national benchmark at $152k.
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Metro Area Breakdown
20 Markets| Metro Area | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara CA | $205,200 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley CA | $202,160 |
| New York-Newark-Jersey City NY-NJ-PA | $188,480 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton MA-NH | $185,440 |
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue WA | $182,400 |
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria DC-VA-MD-WV | $182,400 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim CA | $182,400 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad CA | $148,301 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin IL-IN-WI | $167,200 |
| Denver-Aurora-Lakewood CO | $164,160 |
| Austin-Round Rock-Georgetown TX | $159,600 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington TX | $159,600 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta GA | $156,560 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach FL | $155,040 |
| Raleigh-Durham-Cary NC | $152,000 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington MN-WI | $148,960 |
| Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia NC-SC | $148,960 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler AZ | $147,440 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn MI | $145,920 |
| Salt Lake City UT | $144,400 |
"Calculated" benchmarks are derived from the national median using verified geographic cost-of-living multipliers. "Verified" entries are sourced directly from Built In; 6figr.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median salary for a Solutions Architect in 2026?
The national median salary for a Solutions Architect in 2026 is $152,000. Base salaries range from $133K to $239K depending on experience level and location.
Which city pays Solutions Architects the most?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara CA offers the highest median salary for Solutions Architects at $205,200. San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley CA is a close second at $202,160.
How fast are Solutions Architect salaries growing?
Solutions Architect salaries have grown at 5.8% over the past three years, making it a stable-growth role. Defense and biotech core infra needs.
What is the salary range for an entry-level Solutions Architect?
Entry-level Solutions Architect salaries start around $133K annually at the national level. Tier 1 cities like San Francisco and New York start 20–35% higher. Specialization in AI and cloud-adjacent skills accelerates entry compensation.
What total compensation should a Solutions Architect expect?
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