California Median
$158,870
per year
Hourly Rate
$76.38
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+19% vs US median
US median $134,050
State Rank
#4 of 51
14,870 employed here
How much does a Computer Network Architect make in California?
Computer Network Architects in California take home a median of $158,870 annually — roughly $76.38 an hour — which runs 19% above the national median of $134,050.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $97,070 while the top 10% make $224,930 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $127,610 and $197,100 a year.
Computer Network Architect salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $97,070 | $46.67 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $127,610 | $61.35 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $158,870 | $76.38 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $197,100 | $94.76 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $224,930 | $108.14 |
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How California compares
California ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories for Computer Network Architect pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Computer Network Architect salary in other states
Washington $168,070New Jersey $162,350Maryland $159,460Massachusetts $155,060South Dakota $153,390Delaware $148,390Connecticut $143,890Virginia $141,340New York $140,390Colorado $139,230Nevada $138,060District of Columbia $137,670Oregon $135,660South Carolina $134,990Georgia $133,890Texas $133,310Minnesota $133,270Florida $132,800Illinois $132,790Pennsylvania $131,840Wisconsin $131,720Rhode Island $131,320Ohio $131,070Arizona $130,890Alabama $130,810North Carolina $127,320New Hampshire $125,420Indiana $124,190Tennessee $123,860West Virginia $122,520Utah $121,000Alaska $119,720Nebraska $116,420Michigan $112,040Vermont $110,930Arkansas $110,400Oklahoma $109,450New Mexico $109,080North Dakota $108,990Maine $108,570Hawaii $108,000Idaho $107,620Louisiana $106,620Montana $104,300Kentucky $103,740Missouri $103,130Iowa $103,050Kansas $100,610Wyoming $100,520Mississippi $90,990
Working as a Computer Network Architect in California
Nationally, about 180,000 people work as Computer Network Architects in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($158,870) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Computer Network Architect make in California?
The median Computer Network Architect salary in California is $158,870 per year, or about $76.38 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $97,070 at the entry level to $224,930 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays Computer Network Architects about 19% more than the national median of $134,050. California ranks 4th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for Computer Network Architects?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $158,870 a year. About 14,870 Computer Network Architects are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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