The average Fresno architect salary was $153,319, which is 11 percent lower than the average salary for this job in California, but 63 percent higher then the average salary for this job nationwide. Architect salary in Fresno is usually between $149,627 and $156,516 (25th and 75th). The highest architect salary in Fresno was $156,516. There are 3 employees in Fresno whose job title is architect.