Landscape Architects Salary (2025)
Based on 19,600 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $54,770 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $64,170 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $79,870 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $104,090 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $130,190 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$55K
25th
$64K
Median
$80K
75th
$104K
90th
$130K
Highest Paying States for Landscape Architects
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $110,360 |
| District of Columbia | $102,680 |
| New Jersey | $101,390 |
| Tennessee | $95,810 |
| New York | $95,530 |
| Alabama | $94,720 |
| Maryland | $94,130 |
| Pennsylvania | $93,610 |
| Utah | $92,720 |
| Texas | $92,340 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Landscape Architects salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $110,360 per year, while Texas has an average of $92,340 — a difference of $18,020. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Landscape Architects
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19,600 workers were employed as Landscape Architectss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $88,780 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-1012