Architects in Missouri. BLS OES + DOL OFLC + reader-reported submissions. How this is built →
Salary distribution
Where Missouri architects fall on the wage curve.
Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)
The middle 50% of workers earn between $77,530 and $128,380, with a median of $98,490.
Architects in Missouri: actual employer-disclosed pay
Public records from 33 certified H-1B Labor Condition Applications filed with the U.S. Department of Labor. Median offered wage: $73,000. 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 | 19 | $68,994 |
| Level II — qualified | 7 | $86,091 |
| Level IV — fully competent | 4 | $143,520 |
Top employers filing for this role
Companies with the most certified filings for Architects in Missouri. Median offer is across all of that employer's filings.
| Employer | Most-filed title | Filings | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Populous Group, LLC | Senior Architect | 5 | $143,520 |
| Cannon Design, Inc. | Designer IA - Architectural (Path to Licensure) | 4 | $70,147 |
| The Lamar Johnson Collaborative, Inc. | Architectural Designer 1 | 4 | $94,646 |
| A. Zahner Company | Project Architect | 3 | $75,000 |
| Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum, Inc. | Design Professional | 3 | $68,994 |
| DOTec Professional Corporation | Architect | 2 | $71,369 |
| Berkebile Nelson Immenschuh McDowell Incorporated | Architectural Designer | 1 | $72,000 |
| Crawford Architects, LLC | Architectural Designer | 1 | $60,000 |
| Draw Architecture Urban Design LLC | Architectural Designer | 1 | $66,000 |
| ELEVATE DESIGN BUILD LLC | Architect II | 1 | $75,920 |
Recent sample filings
A snapshot of recent certified offers. Each line is a real, public, verifiable record.
- Architectural Designer 2 at The Lamar Johnson Collaborative, Inc.$101,453St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Mar 18, 2026I-200-26070-695831
- Project Architect at A. Zahner Company$86,091Kansas CityWage Level IIDecided Feb 23, 2026I-200-26047-643633
- Architectural Design Project Manager at Livers Bronze, LLC$66,750Kansas CityWage Level IDecided Feb 3, 2026I-200-26027-593419
- Architectural Designer I at Multistudio, Inc.$66,750Kansas CityWage Level IDecided Dec 26, 2025I-200-25352-494754
- Architectural Designer 1 at The Lamar Johnson Collaborative, Inc.$109,262St. LouisWage Level IIDecided Dec 19, 2025I-200-25346-477958
- Designer IB - Architectural (Path to Licensure) at Cannon Design, Inc.$63,294St. LouisWage Level IDecided Nov 26, 2025I-200-25324-423659
- Designer III - Architectural at Cannon Design, Inc.$77,000St. LouisWage Level IDecided Nov 20, 2025I-200-25317-406869
- Project Designer IV - Architectural (Path to Licensure) at Cannon Design, Inc.$91,900St. LouisDecided Nov 4, 2025I-200-25268-333816
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 Missouri
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 Missouri
Real specialty titles employers file for, clustered from 24 certified offers. The most common variant is Architectural Designer at a median of $71,000.
| Specialty | Top employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Designer | The Lamar Johnson Collaborative, Inc. | 10 | $71,000 |
| Senior Architect | Populous Group, LLC | 8 | $115,760 |
| Design Professional | Hellmuth, Obata & Kassabaum, Inc. | 3 | $68,994 |
| Project Architect | A. Zahner Company | 3 | $75,000 |
Specialties with 10 or more filings link to a dedicated breakdown.
Architects in Missouri, by industry
Median offered wage across 32 certified filings, grouped by NAICS industry sector. Professional services leads with a median of $72,869.
| Industry | Largest employer | Filings | Median offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional services | Populous Group, LLC | 28 | $72,869 |
| Manufacturing | A. Zahner Company | 4 | $72,500 |
Sectors with at least 25 filings link to a dedicated page with full distribution and sample employer breakdown.
Wage trend
Median annual wage in Missouri 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 Missouri metropolitan areas.
- Kansas City$99,920
- St. Louis$98,800
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the median salary for Architects in Missouri?
- According to BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, the median annual wage for Architects in Missouri is $98,490.
- How does Missouri compare to the national median for Architects?
- The Missouri median is -0.2% versus the BLS national figure of $98,731.
- What is the salary range for Architects in Missouri?
- BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,190 and the 90th-percentile at $153,860, 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.