Architects, Except Landscape and Naval wage levels in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA

In Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, a Architects, Except Landscape and Naval job reaches Level III at $115,732 a year, which means 3 entries in the H-1B lottery.

SOC 17-1011 · OEWS area 31080 · OFLC wage year 2026-27

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The four thresholds

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval (SOC 17-1011), Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
LevelEntriesPer yearPer hour
Level I1$74,485$35.81
Level II2$95,098$45.72
Level III3$115,732$55.64
Level IV4$136,344$65.55

Annual amounts are the hourly rate × 2,080, rounded up to the dollar.

Example

At $125,000 this job is Level III. To reach Level IV you need $136,344 (+$11,344). Estimated odds without a US master's: 59% → 69%.

The level you register binds the petition. The salary must be a bona fide offer.

What this occupation covers

Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

OFLC wage year 2026-27 (BLS OEWS May 2025) · file released · page built · Rule: 90 FR 60864

H1B Math is not a substitute for the advice of an attorney.