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Solutions Architect Salary in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim CA (2026)

Defense and biotech core infra needs.

Median Salary: $182,400

Range: $160K – $287K

CoL Tier: High · 3-Year Trend: +5.8% · Source: Built In; 6figr (calculated)

Avg Total Comp

$204,000

Experience Level

Median base $148k in San Diego; national benchmark at $152k.

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