Landscape Architects Salary in San Francisco, CA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA

Median annual salary $118,090 +48.2% vs national
Median hourly $56.78
10th percentile $69,660
90th percentile $222,890
Employed locally 720
National median $79,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $69,660
    25th
    $81,680
    50th (median)
    $118,090
    75th
    $167,490
    90th
    $222,890

    San Francisco economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $133,780 2023 • Census ACS
    Landscape Architects salary vs area income 88% Median Landscape Architects salary is 12% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Landscape Architects make per hour in San Francisco?

    The median hourly wage for Landscape Architects in San Francisco, CA is $56.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $110.74 or more per hour.

    Is San Francisco above or below average for Landscape Architects salaries?

    The median Landscape Architects salary in San Francisco, CA is 48.2% above the national median of $79,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Landscape Architects in San Francisco?

    Entry-level Landscape Architects (10th percentile) earn around $69,660 per year in San Francisco, CA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,680.