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 $97,486, an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $114,123, an Algorithm Engineer (4-7 years)earns $128,379, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $166,609, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $185,437,

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 Rhode Island

How much does an Algorithm Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for an Algorithm Engineer in Rhode Island is $128,944 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,759
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $121,321 to $139,316
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $114,382

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Algorithm Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,316	$11,610	$2,679	$67
Average	$128,944	$10,745	$2,480	$62
25th Percentile	$121,321	$10,110	$2,333	$58

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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): $97,486
Early Career (1-2 years): $114,123
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,379
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $166,609
Expert (over 8 years): $185,437

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$97,486
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$114,123
Algorithm... Level Algorithm Engineer	$128,379
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$166,609
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Engineer	$185,437

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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:

Adamsville: $130,154
Albion: $127,993
Ashaway: $130,648

Adamsville, RI $130,154 Albion, RI $127,993 Ashaway, RI $130,648 Barrington, RI $127,993 Block Island, RI $129,969 Bradford, RI $130,562 Bristol, RI $127,869 Carolina, RI $129,499

Charlestown, RI $129,635 Chepachet, RI $127,746 Clayville, RI $127,869 Coventry, RI $127,746 West Greenwich, RI $127,659 East Greenwich, RI $127,832 Exeter, RI $130,562 Fiskeville, RI $127,993

Forestdale, RI $127,869 Foster, RI $127,659 Glendale, RI $127,659 Greene, RI $129,092 Greenville, RI $127,993 Harmony, RI $127,956 Harrisville, RI $127,746 Hope, RI $127,993

Hope Valley, RI $130,648 Hopkinton, RI $130,685 Jamestown, RI $129,376 Kenyon, RI $130,525 Little Compton, RI $130,105 Manville, RI $127,993 Mapleville, RI $127,659 Newport, RI $129,401

Middletown, RI $129,944 North Kingstown, RI $127,622 North Scituate, RI $127,956 Oakland, RI $127,783 Pascoag, RI $127,709 Pawtucket, RI $127,993 Central Falls, RI $127,993 Cumberland, RI $127,993

Lincoln, RI $127,993 Portsmouth, RI $128,882 Prudence Island, RI $127,746 Rockville, RI $130,685 Saunderstown, RI $129,450 Shannock, RI $130,488 Slatersville, RI $127,869 Slocum, RI $129,450

Tiverton, RI $130,191 Wakefield, RI $129,314 Kingston, RI $129,339 Narragansett, RI $129,364 Peace Dale, RI $129,314 Warren, RI $127,956 Warwick, RI $127,993 Westerly, RI $130,722

West Kingston, RI $129,413 West Warwick, RI $127,993 Wood River Junction, RI $130,562 Woonsocket, RI $127,869 North Smithfield, RI $127,956 Wyoming, RI $130,525 Providence, RI $127,993 Cranston, RI $127,993

North Providence, RI $127,993 East Providence, RI $127,993 Riverside, RI $127,993 Rumford, RI $127,993 Smithfield, RI $127,993 Johnston, RI $127,993

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

$121,321

Average $128,944/year

$139,316

$10,110

Average $10,745/month

$11,610

$2,333

Average $2,480/week

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$58

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,316	$11,610	$2,679	$67
Average	$128,944	$10,745	$2,480	$62
25th Percentile	$121,321	$10,110	$2,333	$58

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