Architects in Florida. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Florida architects fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $76,550 and $122,940, with a median of $96,240.
Architects in Florida: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 70 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $82,191. Every figure below is an actual offered salary an employer attested to under federal law.
By DOL wage level
DOL classifies every offer into one of four wage levels based on the role's experience and skill requirements.
| Level | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|
| Level I — entry | 22 | $63,951 |
| Level II — qualified | 34 | $83,013 |
| Level III — experienced | 12 | $100,000 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 2 | $130,251 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Architects in Florida. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architects Design Group / ADG, LLC | Architectural Design Professional | 3 | $63,500 |
| O'Donnell, Dannwolf & Partners Architects, Inc. | Design Professional 1 | 3 | $64,000 |
| Parameters Services LLC | Architectural Designer (BIM Specialist) | 3 | $70,000 |
| Arcadis U.S., Inc. | Senior Computational Designer | 2 | $107,010 |
| Condores Architectural Design, LLC | Design Architect | 2 | $101,549 |
| EOA, Inc. | Architectural Designer | 2 | $83,013 |
| HKS, Inc. | Design Professional - Architecture | 2 | $66,500 |
| John Zona III P.A. | Architect | 2 | $92,500 |
| Perez & Perez Architects Planners, Inc. | Project Architect | 2 | $95,000 |
| SWEET SPARKMAN ARCHITECTS, INC | Project Architect 2 | 2 | $111,250 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Interior Architect at Tamara Feldman Designs, Inc.$105,000North MiamiWage Level IIDecided Mar 30, 2026I-200-26082-723576
- Architectural Designer at Okan Construction LLC$144,000MiamiWage Level IVDecided Mar 10, 2026I-200-26062-675905
- Architect Intern at John Zona III P.A.$90,000JacksonvilleWage Level IIDecided Feb 25, 2026I-200-26049-649182
- Design Architect at Condores Architectural Design, LLC$103,099MiamiWage Level IIIDecided Feb 13, 2026I-201-26037-625922
- Project Architect at Perez & Perez Architects Planners, Inc.$100,000MiamiWage Level IIIDecided Feb 13, 2026I-200-26037-625000
- Project Architect 2 at SWEET SPARKMAN ARCHITECTS, INC$112,500SarasotaWage Level IIIDecided Feb 3, 2026I-200-26027-593282
- Intermediate Architect at MESH Architectures$80,000GulfportWage Level IIDecided Jan 16, 2026I-200-26011-550418
- Project Associate at Fortis Design & Build LLC$90,000MiamiWage Level IIDecided Jan 12, 2026I-200-26005-534441
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Foreign Labor Certification. Disclosed wages reflect what employers attested to pay; actual paid wages may differ. Only certified filings are shown — denied and withdrawn cases are excluded.
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Architects pay by experience level in Florida
Each band reflects DOL Wage Levels I-IV mapped onto a four-step ladder. Click a level to see the disclosed-wage range for that segment.
Architects specialties in Florida
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 37 certified offers. The most common variant is Architectural Designer at a median of $83,013.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Designer | EOA, Inc. | 12 | $83,013 |
| Architect | Arquitectonica International Corp. | 8 | $72,059 |
| Project Architect | Perez & Perez Architects Planners, Inc. | 7 | $93,000 |
| Project Designer | Elite Construction Solutions, INC. | 4 | $88,754 |
| Design Professional | O'Donnell, Dannwolf & Partners Architects, Inc. | 3 | $64,000 |
| Project Manager | Archform LLC | 3 | $80,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Architects in Florida, by industry
Median offered wage across 64 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $81,506.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Architects Design Group / ADG, LLC | 58 | $81,506 |
| Manufacturing | Majestik Companies LLC | 2 | $69,056 |
| Finance and insurance | Santa Pamela LLC | 1 | $85,776 |
| Government and public sector | ST. JOHNS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS | 1 | $58,989 |
| Media and entertainment | Falcon's Treehouse, LLC | 1 | $116,501 |
| Retail and wholesale | Archform LLC | 1 | $80,000 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Florida over the past 3 BLS OES releases. Real values are CPI-adjusted to 2025 dollars.
Typical entry
Education
Bachelor's degree
Experience
Internship/residency
On-the-job training
None
Top skills (O*NET)
- 4.9 / 5
Design
Knowledge
- 4.8 / 5
Building and Construction
Knowledge
- 4.1 / 5
Visualization
Ability
- 4.1 / 5
Public Safety and Security
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Operations Analysis
Technical
- 4.0 / 5
Computers and Electronics
Knowledge
- 4.0 / 5
Speaking
Basic skill
Common tasks (O*NET)
- 01
Develop final construction plans that include aesthetic representations of the structure or details for its construction.
- 02
Prepare scale drawings or architectural designs, using computer-aided design or other tools.
- 03
Prepare information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, or construction time.
- 04
Consult with clients to determine functional or spatial requirements of structures.
- 05
Meet with clients to review or discuss architectural drawings.
- 06
Integrate engineering elements into unified architectural designs.
- 07
Monitor the work of specialists, such as electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, interior designers, or sound specialists to ensure optimal form or function of designs or final structures.
- 08
Plan layouts of structural architectural projects.
10-year outlook
Growth 2024 → 2034
+3.9%
Projected annual openings
—
BLS outlook
Average growth
Source: BLS Employment Projections, 2024–2034 cycle.
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Metro-level salary data for architects in major Florida metropolitan areas.
- Jacksonville$99,230
- Miami$97,500
- Orlando$96,190
- Tampa$94,610
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Architects in Florida?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Architects in Florida is $96,240.
- How does Florida compare to the national median for Architects?
- The Florida median is -2.5% versus the BLS national figure of $98,731.
- What is the salary range for Architects in Florida?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $59,990 and the 90th-percentile at $138,230, which captures most full-time workers in the role.
- Is Architects a growing field?
- BLS Employment Projections show employment growing by 3.9% over the projection cycle. See the 10-year outlook section above for details.
- What education is required for Architects?
- BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. Wage data reflects BLS estimates for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.