Kansas Median
$100,610
per year
Hourly Rate
$48.37
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-25% vs US median
US median $134,050
State Rank
#49 of 51
1,770 employed here
How much does a Computer Network Architect make in Kansas?
Computer Network Architects in Kansas take home a median of $100,610 annually — roughly $48.37 an hour — which runs 25% below the national median of $134,050.
Within Kansas, entry-level pay starts around $62,320 while the top 10% make $159,920 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $76,440 and $129,870 a year.
Computer Network Architect salary range in Kansas
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $62,320 | $29.96 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $76,440 | $36.75 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $100,610 | $48.37 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $129,870 | $62.44 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $159,920 | $76.88 |
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How Kansas compares
Kansas ranks 49th 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 $159,460California $158,870Massachusetts $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 $103,050Wyoming $100,520Mississippi $90,990
Working as a Computer Network Architect in Kansas
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 Kansas pay ($100,610) 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 Kansas?
The median Computer Network Architect salary in Kansas is $100,610 per year, or about $48.37 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $62,320 at the entry level to $159,920 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Kansas pay compare to the national average?
Kansas pays Computer Network Architects about 25% less than the national median of $134,050. Kansas ranks 49th out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Kansas a good state for Computer Network Architects?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $100,610 a year. About 1,770 Computer Network Architects are employed in Kansas. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Kansas?
The highest-paying occupations in Kansas include Anesthesiologist ($437,030), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($311,630), Psychiatrist ($278,100), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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