Architectural and engineering managers
Salary, job outlook, AI risk & career information
Median Salary
$167,740
~$81/hr · ~$13,978/mo
US Jobs
213K
As fast as average
AI & Automation Risk
7/10
High Risk
AI & Automation Risk
High Risk 7/10
This occupation is predominantly knowledge-based and digital, involving project planning, budgeting, and technical oversight that can be significantly enhanced by AI tools. While the role requires high-level human judgment, leadership, and physical site visits, the core tasks of analyzing technical data, scheduling, and coordinating complex engineering workflows are highly susceptible to AI-driven productivity gains and automation.
Salary by City — What You Actually Take Home
Real purchasing power = salary adjusted for cost of living. Higher = more money in your pocket.
| City | Local Salary | Cost of Living | Real Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TXBEST VALUE | $209,970 | Below avg (95.4) | $220,134 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $184,040 | Below avg (87.1) | $211,334 |
| Peoria, IL | $182,390 | Below avg (88.8) | $205,316 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $226,940 | Above avg (113.1) | $200,727 |
| Columbus, IN | $178,720 | Below avg (90.2) | $198,065 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN | $178,320 | Below avg (91.5) | $194,960 |
| Boulder, CO | $195,790 | Average (100.6) | $194,595 |
| Manchester-Nashua, NH | $202,290 | Above avg (105.6) | $191,523 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $173,350 | Below avg (91.2) | $190,008 |
| Las Cruces, NM | $170,740 | Below avg (89.9) | $189,926 |
| Sioux Falls, SD-MN | $170,990 | Below avg (90.1) | $189,797 |
| Tucson, AZ | $179,760 | Below avg (94.9) | $189,357 |
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $173,990 | Below avg (91.9) | $189,229 |
| Rochester, MN | $175,600 | Below avg (93.0) | $188,903 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $168,270 | Below avg (89.2) | $188,722 |
Cost of Living Index: 100 = US national average. Below 100 = cheaper. Above 100 = more expensive.
Education & Requirements
Education Required
Bachelor's degree
10-Year Growth
+4% (As fast as average)
Hourly Rate
~$81/hr
Monthly Income
~$13,978/mo
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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OOH (2024)