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

An Algorithm Engineer II's salary grows with experience: starting around $110,212 for beginners, reaching about $113,267 at mid-level, and approach $117,909 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Algorithm Engineer II?

Algorithm Engineer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Algorithm Engineer II roles are District of Columbia $120,100, California $119,700, Massachusetts $118,100. 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: $173,920; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer IV: $144,557; Algorithm Engineer: $126,184.

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Algorithm Engineer II Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Algorithm Engineer II make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Algorithm Engineer II in Rhode Island is $112,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $54.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $132,178
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,500 to $122,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,127

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Algorithm Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,800	$10,233	$2,362	$59
Average	$112,500	$9,375	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$105,500	$8,792	$2,029	$51

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Key Factors That Influence Algorithm Engineer II Salaries

An Algorithm Engineer II'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Algorithm Engineer II	$110,212
Intermediate Level Algorithm Engineer II	$110,419
Senior Level Algorithm Engineer II	$113,267
Specialist Level Algorithm Engineer II	$117,599
Expert Level Algorithm Engineer II	$117,909

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

District of Columbia: $120,100.
California: $119,700.
Massachusetts: $118,100.

District of Columbia $120,100 California $119,700 Massachusetts $118,100 Washington $117,700 New Jersey $117,600 Alaska $117,500 Connecticut $116,000 New York $115,400

Hawaii $113,400 Rhode Island $112,500 Maryland $111,900 Minnesota $111,000 Colorado $110,700 Illinois $110,600 Oregon $110,200 Delaware $109,900

New Hampshire $109,700 Virginia $109,300 Pennsylvania $108,000 Nevada $107,400 North Dakota $107,200 Michigan $106,900 Wisconsin $106,800 Vermont $106,500

Texas $105,900 Maine $105,800 Arizona $105,700 Ohio $105,700 Georgia $104,700 Indiana $104,200 Wyoming $104,100 Utah $103,900

Iowa $103,900 Kansas $103,300 Louisiana $103,200 North Carolina $103,100 Missouri $103,100 Florida $102,700 Montana $102,500 Nebraska $102,200

Kentucky $102,100 South Carolina $101,700 Tennessee $101,400 Idaho $101,300 New Mexico $100,500 Oklahoma $100,300 Alabama $99,700 South Dakota $98,600

Arkansas $98,000 West Virginia $97,700 Mississippi $96,800

Top Paying Cities for Algorithm Engineer IIs

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: $114,400
Albion: $112,500
Ashaway: $114,800

Adamsville, RI $114,400 Albion, RI $112,500 Ashaway, RI $114,800 Barrington, RI $112,500 Block Island, RI $114,200 Bradford, RI $114,700 Bristol, RI $112,300 Carolina, RI $113,800

Charlestown, RI $113,900 Chepachet, RI $112,200 Clayville, RI $112,300 Coventry, RI $112,200 West Greenwich, RI $112,200 East Greenwich, RI $112,300 Exeter, RI $114,700 Fiskeville, RI $112,500

Forestdale, RI $112,300 Foster, RI $112,200 Glendale, RI $112,200 Greene, RI $113,400 Greenville, RI $112,500 Harmony, RI $112,400 Harrisville, RI $112,200 Hope, RI $112,500

Hope Valley, RI $114,800 Hopkinton, RI $114,800 Jamestown, RI $113,700 Kenyon, RI $114,700 Little Compton, RI $114,300 Manville, RI $112,500 Mapleville, RI $112,200 Newport, RI $113,700

Middletown, RI $114,200 North Kingstown, RI $112,100 North Scituate, RI $112,400 Oakland, RI $112,300 Pascoag, RI $112,200 Pawtucket, RI $112,500 Central Falls, RI $112,500 Cumberland, RI $112,500

Lincoln, RI $112,500 Portsmouth, RI $113,200 Prudence Island, RI $112,200 Rockville, RI $114,800 Saunderstown, RI $113,700 Shannock, RI $114,600 Slatersville, RI $112,300 Slocum, RI $113,700

Tiverton, RI $114,400 Wakefield, RI $113,600 Kingston, RI $113,600 Narragansett, RI $113,700 Peace Dale, RI $113,600 Warren, RI $112,400 Warwick, RI $112,500 Westerly, RI $114,900

West Kingston, RI $113,700 West Warwick, RI $112,500 Wood River Junction, RI $114,700 Woonsocket, RI $112,300 North Smithfield, RI $112,400 Wyoming, RI $114,700 Providence, RI $112,500 Cranston, RI $112,500

North Providence, RI $112,500 East Providence, RI $112,500 Riverside, RI $112,500 Rumford, RI $112,500 Smithfield, RI $112,500 Johnston, RI $112,500

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

Understanding how an Algorithm Engineer II'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 January 01, 2026

$105,500

Average $112,500/year

$122,800

$8,792

Average $9,375/month

$10,233

$2,029

Average $2,163/week

$2,362

$51

Average $54/hour

$59

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$122,800	$10,233	$2,362	$59
Average	$112,500	$9,375	$2,163	$54
25th Percentile	$105,500	$8,792	$2,029	$51

Algorithm Engineer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Algorithm Engineer II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Senior Algorithm Engineer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $126,500 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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