What are the main factors that influence an Algorithm Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Algorithm Developer's salary?

An Algorithm Developer's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $114,870, an AI Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $129,220, an Algorithm Developer (7+ years)earns $167,700, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $186,651, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $187,360,

What are the highest paying states for an Algorithm Developer?

Algorithm Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Algorithm Developer roles are District of Columbia $177,386, California $176,714, Massachusetts $174,358. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Algorithm Developer roles make?

Salaries for Algorithm Developer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Algorithm Engineer: $176,300; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer IV: $144,558; Algorithm Engineer: $123,509; Senior Algorithm Engineer: $122,100.

Algorithm Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Algorithm Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Algorithm Developer in Rhode Island is $167,261 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, an Algorithm Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $192,712
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $159,619 to $180,583
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,660

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Algorithm Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,583	$15,049	$3,473	$87
Average	$167,261	$13,938	$3,217	$80
25th Percentile	$159,619	$13,302	$3,070	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Algorithm Developer Salaries

An Algorithm Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Algorithm Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Algorithm Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $114,870
Early Career (1-2 years): $129,220
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,700
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $186,651
Expert (over 8 years): $187,360

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$114,870
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$129,220
Algorithm... Level Algorithm Developer	$167,700
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$186,651
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$187,360

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How Do Algorithm Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Algorithm Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $177,386.
California: $176,714.
Massachusetts: $174,358.

District of Columbia $177,386 California $176,714 Massachusetts $174,358 Washington $173,718 New Jersey $173,654 Alaska $173,429 Connecticut $171,218 New York $170,321

Hawaii $167,453 Rhode Island $166,108 Maryland $165,194 Minnesota $163,945 Colorado $163,464 Illinois $163,304 Oregon $162,695 Delaware $162,246

New Hampshire $161,964 Virginia $161,333 Pennsylvania $159,491 Nevada $158,562 North Dakota $158,257 Michigan $157,777 Wisconsin $157,600 Vermont $157,248

Texas $156,271 Maine $156,206 Arizona $156,110 Ohio $155,998 Georgia $154,524 Indiana $153,787 Wyoming $153,643 Utah $153,419

Iowa $153,323 Kansas $152,554 Louisiana $152,329 North Carolina $152,249 Missouri $152,217 Florida $151,592 Montana $151,256 Nebraska $150,935

Kentucky $150,759 South Carolina $150,118 Tennessee $149,718 Idaho $149,558 New Mexico $148,388 Oklahoma $148,132 Alabama $147,187 South Dakota $145,600

Arkansas $144,735 West Virginia $144,271 Mississippi $142,877

Top Paying Cities for Algorithm Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $168,831
Albion: $166,027
Ashaway: $169,472

Adamsville, RI $168,831 Albion, RI $166,027 Ashaway, RI $169,472 Barrington, RI $166,027 Block Island, RI $168,591 Bradford, RI $169,360 Bristol, RI $165,867 Carolina, RI $167,982

Charlestown, RI $168,158 Chepachet, RI $165,707 Clayville, RI $165,867 Coventry, RI $165,707 West Greenwich, RI $165,595 East Greenwich, RI $165,819 Exeter, RI $169,360 Fiskeville, RI $166,027

Forestdale, RI $165,867 Foster, RI $165,595 Glendale, RI $165,595 Greene, RI $167,453 Greenville, RI $166,027 Harmony, RI $165,979 Harrisville, RI $165,707 Hope, RI $166,027

Hope Valley, RI $169,472 Hopkinton, RI $169,520 Jamestown, RI $167,822 Kenyon, RI $169,312 Little Compton, RI $168,767 Manville, RI $166,027 Mapleville, RI $165,595 Newport, RI $167,854

Middletown, RI $168,559 North Kingstown, RI $165,547 North Scituate, RI $165,979 Oakland, RI $165,755 Pascoag, RI $165,659 Pawtucket, RI $166,027 Central Falls, RI $166,027 Cumberland, RI $166,027

Lincoln, RI $166,027 Portsmouth, RI $167,181 Prudence Island, RI $165,707 Rockville, RI $169,520 Saunderstown, RI $167,918 Shannock, RI $169,264 Slatersville, RI $165,867 Slocum, RI $167,918

Tiverton, RI $168,879 Wakefield, RI $167,742 Kingston, RI $167,774 Narragansett, RI $167,806 Peace Dale, RI $167,742 Warren, RI $165,979 Warwick, RI $166,027 Westerly, RI $169,568

West Kingston, RI $167,870 West Warwick, RI $166,027 Wood River Junction, RI $169,360 Woonsocket, RI $165,867 North Smithfield, RI $165,979 Wyoming, RI $169,312 Providence, RI $166,027 Cranston, RI $166,027

North Providence, RI $166,027 East Providence, RI $166,027 Riverside, RI $166,027 Rumford, RI $166,027 Smithfield, RI $166,027 Johnston, RI $166,027

Algorithm Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Algorithm Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$159,619

Average $167,261/year

$180,583

$13,302

Average $13,938/month

$15,049

$3,070

Average $3,217/week

$3,473

$77

Average $80/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$180,583	$15,049	$3,473	$87
Average	$167,261	$13,938	$3,217	$80
25th Percentile	$159,619	$13,302	$3,070	$77

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