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After graduation, architectural engineering graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $123,116, while the bottom 20% make closer to $43,928. The median grad salary is $73,541.
Architectural Engineering graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering is $49,080, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $62,622.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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