Computer Network Architects Salary in Northwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $98,960 -24.1% vs national
Median hourly $47.58
10th percentile $71,930
90th percentile $164,930
Employed locally 30
National median $130,390

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,930
    25th
    $86,600
    50th (median)
    $98,960
    75th
    $117,560
    90th
    $164,930

    Top-paying metros for Computer Network Architects

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $174,120
    Durham-Chapel Hill, NC $172,280
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $166,880
    Rochester, MN $163,920
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $163,570
    Boulder, CO $162,320

    Related occupations in Northwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Software Developers $99,460
    Computer User Support Specialists $59,330
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $84,270
    Computer Network Support Specialists $71,530
    Computer Occupations, All Other $89,480
    Computer Systems Analysts $83,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Computer Network Architects make per hour in Northwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Computer Network Architects in Northwest Minnesota is $47.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $81.89 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Minnesota above or below average for Computer Network Architects salaries?

    The median Computer Network Architects salary in Northwest Minnesota is 24.1% below the national median of $130,390. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Computer Network Architects in Northwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Computer Network Architects (10th percentile) earn around $71,930 per year in Northwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $86,600.