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Architect Salary UK 2026

Architect salaries range from £28,000 to £80,000+. Part 1, Part 2 and ARB qualified pay breakdown inside.

2026-06-22  ·  5 min read
£45,000
Median Salary
£28k–£80k+
Typical Range
£28,000–£36,000
Entry Level
£55,000–£80,000+
Senior Level

Salary by Qualification Stage

StageSalary
Part 1 Architectural Assistant£22,000–£28,000
Part 2 Architectural Assistant£28,000–£36,000
Newly Qualified (ARB)£35,000–£45,000
Experienced Architect£45,000–£60,000
Associate / Director£55,000–£110,000+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Newly qualified ARB architects earn £35,000–£45,000. Experienced architects earn £45,000–£60,000. Senior architects and associates earn £55,000–£75,000.

A minimum of 7 years: Part 1 (3 years), Part 1 practice, Part 2 (2 years), Part 3 practice and exam.

Source: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024; industry salary surveys 2025