Landscape Architect Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Landscape Architects in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$87,360
per year
Hourly Rate
$42.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+9% vs US median
US median $79,870
State Rank
#9 of 41
920 employed here

How much does a Landscape Architect make in New York?

Landscape Architects in New York take home a median of $87,360 annually — roughly $42.00 an hour — which runs 9% above the national median of $79,870.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $62,240 while the top 10% make $126,240 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $68,020 and $108,700 a year.

Landscape Architect salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$62,240$29.92
25th percentile (early career)$68,020$32.70
50th percentile (median)$87,360$42.00
75th percentile (experienced)$108,700$52.26
90th percentile (top earners)$126,240$60.69

How New York compares

New York ranks 9th out of 41 states and territories for Landscape Architect pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alabama$101,220
2California$98,380
3Tennessee$95,250
4New Jersey$95,020
5Utah$94,430

Working as a Landscape Architect in New York

Nationally, about 20,000 people work as Landscape Architects in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($87,360) 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 Landscape Architect make in New York?
The median Landscape Architect salary in New York is $87,360 per year, or about $42.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $62,240 at the entry level to $126,240 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Landscape Architects about 9% more than the national median of $79,870. New York ranks 9th out of 41 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Landscape Architects?
Yes on pay — New York pays above the national median for this occupation, at $87,360 a year. About 920 Landscape Architects are employed in New York. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.