As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Machine Learning Engineer in the US is $109,939, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,114 weekly, or $9,162 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Machine Learning Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Machine Learning Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $93,119 to $127,602. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($101,134) and 75th percentile ($119,184), while top earners (90th percentile) make $127,602 per year. This $18,050 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Machine Learning Engineer often earn 11.3% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 63 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Machine Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $93,119 US May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $101,134 US May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $109,939 US May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $119,184 US May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $127,602 US May 18, 2021
25% $101,134 10% $93,119 90% $127,602 75% $119,184 $109,939 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Machine Learning Engineer ?

Machine learning (ML) is the scientific study of algorithms and statistical models that computer systems use to effectively perform a specific task without using explicit instructions, relying on patterns and inference instead. It is seen as a subset of artificial intelligence. Machine learning algorithms build a mathematical model of sample data, known as "training data", in order to make predictions or decisions without being explicitly programmed to perform the task.:2 Machine learning algorithms are used in a wide variety of applications, such as email filtering, and computer vision, where...

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Machine Learning Engineer in the United States. The base salary for Machine Learning Engineer ranges from $101,134 to $119,184 with the average base salary of $109,939. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $107,982 to $133,528 with the average total cash compensation of $120,172.

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