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

An Algorithm Engineer's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $94,778, an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $110,953, an Algorithm Engineer (4-7 years)earns $124,813, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $161,981, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $180,286,

What are the highest paying states for an Algorithm Engineer?

Algorithm Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Algorithm Engineer roles are District of Columbia $136,749, California $136,231, Massachusetts $134,415. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Algorithm Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Algorithm Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Algorithm Engineer: $176,300; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer V: $173,919; Algorithm Developer: $160,212; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer IV: $144,558.

Algorithm Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Algorithm Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Algorithm Engineer in Delaware is $125,362 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,627
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,951 to $135,446
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,205

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Algorithm Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,446	$11,287	$2,605	$65
Average	$125,362	$10,447	$2,411	$60
25th Percentile	$117,951	$9,829	$2,268	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Algorithm Engineer Salaries

An Algorithm Engineer'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Algorithm Engineer'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): $94,778
Early Career (1-2 years): $110,953
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $124,813
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $161,981
Expert (over 8 years): $180,286

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$94,778
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$110,953
Algorithm... Level Algorithm Engineer	$124,813
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$161,981
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$180,286

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How Do Algorithm Engineer 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 Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $136,749.
California: $136,231.
Massachusetts: $134,415.

District of Columbia $136,749 California $136,231 Massachusetts $134,415 Washington $133,921 New Jersey $133,872 Alaska $133,699 Connecticut $131,994 New York $131,303

Hawaii $129,092 Rhode Island $128,054 Maryland $127,350 Minnesota $126,387 Colorado $126,017 Illinois $125,893 Oregon $125,424 Delaware $125,078

New Hampshire $124,860 Virginia $124,374 Pennsylvania $122,954 Nevada $122,237 North Dakota $122,002 Michigan $121,632 Wisconsin $121,496 Vermont $121,224

Texas $120,471 Maine $120,422 Arizona $120,347 Ohio $120,261 Georgia $119,125 Indiana $118,557 Wyoming $118,445 Utah $118,273

Iowa $118,198 Kansas $117,606 Louisiana $117,433 North Carolina $117,371 Missouri $117,346 Florida $116,864 Montana $116,605 Nebraska $116,358

Kentucky $116,222 South Carolina $115,728 Tennessee $115,419 Idaho $115,296 New Mexico $114,394 Oklahoma $114,197 Alabama $113,468 South Dakota $112,245

Arkansas $111,578 West Virginia $111,220 Mississippi $110,146

Top Paying Cities for Algorithm Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $129,450
Little Creek: $128,252
Magnolia: $128,783

Lincoln, DE $129,450 Little Creek, DE $128,252 Magnolia, DE $128,783 Milford, DE $129,450 Marydel, DE $127,770 Millsboro, DE $129,450 Millville, DE $130,315 Milton, DE $129,450

Nassau, DE $129,450 Ocean View, DE $130,315 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,315 Seaford, DE $128,091 Selbyville, DE $130,315 Smyrna, DE $127,622 Viola, DE $128,783 Woodside, DE $128,413

Bear, DE $126,683 Newark, DE $126,733 Claymont, DE $126,832 Delaware City, DE $126,733 Hockessin, DE $126,832 Kirkwood, DE $126,733 Middletown, DE $127,363 Montchanin, DE $126,832

New Castle, DE $126,832 Odessa, DE $127,536 Port Penn, DE $126,387 Rockland, DE $126,832 Saint Georges, DE $126,733 Townsend, DE $127,350 Winterthur, DE $126,832 Lewes, DE $129,450

Wilmington, DE $126,832 Dover, DE $128,190 Dover Afb, DE $128,487 Bethany Beach, DE $130,315 Bethel, DE $128,091 Bridgeville, DE $129,450 Camden Wyoming, DE $128,326 Cheswold, DE $127,894

Clayton, DE $127,573 Dagsboro, DE $130,315 Delmar, DE $128,091 Ellendale, DE $129,450 Felton, DE $129,450 Fenwick Island, DE $130,315 Frankford, DE $130,315 Frederica, DE $129,450

Georgetown, DE $129,450 Greenwood, DE $129,450 Harbeson, DE $129,450 Harrington, DE $129,450 Hartly, DE $127,511 Houston, DE $129,450 Kenton, DE $127,573 Laurel, DE $128,091

Yorklyn, DE $126,832

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

Understanding how an Algorithm Engineer'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

$117,951

Average $125,362/year

$135,446

$9,829

Average $10,447/month

$11,287

$2,268

Average $2,411/week

$2,605

$57

Average $60/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,446	$11,287	$2,605	$65
Average	$125,362	$10,447	$2,411	$60
25th Percentile	$117,951	$9,829	$2,268	$57

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