Computer Network Architects pay in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue
In Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA), the median pay for computer network architects is $83.01 an hour ($172,650 a year). About 3,710 people work in this job there.
That is 29% higher than the U.S. median ($134,050). It is 3% higher than the Washington median ($168,070).
Pay range for computer network architects in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (WA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $45.14 | $93,880 |
| 25% of workers | $64.18 | $133,500 |
| Half of workers (median) | $83.01 | $172,650 |
| 75% of workers | $100.39 | $208,820 |
| 90% of workers | $117.11 | $243,590 |
Computer Network Architects pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue (this page) | $172,650 | 3,710 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $168,720 | 40 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $141,250 | 70 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $130,260 | 120 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $118,140 | 250 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for computer network architects
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: 5 years or more (BLS)
- Job outlook: +7.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 9,600 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Software Developers | $167,280 |
| Computer Systems Analysts | $133,690 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $78,330 |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | $136,120 |
| Web and Digital Interface Designers | $133,760 |
| Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers | $129,690 |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators | $104,440 |
| Information Security Analysts | $161,780 |
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