Landscape Architects Salary in California
Landscape Architects in California earn a median of $98,380 a year, +23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $98,380
- vs. U.S. median
- +23% ($79,870)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 2,310
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,600; the top 10% earn over $187,270. Nationally the range is $54,770 to $130,190.
States ranked near California
Similar jobs in California
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval$108,540 median in California
- Architectural and Civil Drafters$76,520 median in California
- Civil Engineers$122,500 median in California
- Transportation Engineers$122,500 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Environmental Restoration Planners$106,510 median in California (broader BLS group)
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$83,490 median in California
Landscape Architects pay in California
How much do landscape architects make in California?
The median is $98,380 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $60,600 and the top 10% earn over $187,270. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for landscape architects?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 41 (+23% vs. the national median of $79,870). Living costs are not included.