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Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI Salary in California

How much does an Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI make in California?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for an Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI in California is $217,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $105.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $239,088
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $203,100 to $228,800
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $189,990
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Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $228,800 $19,067 $4,400 $110
Average $217,500 $18,125 $4,183 $105
25th Percentile $203,100 $16,925 $3,906 $98
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Key Factors That Influence Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI Salaries

An Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI'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 Artificial Intelligence Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI'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): $211,689
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $212,767
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $213,198
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $214,924
  • Expert (over 8 years): $216,433
Levels Salary
Entry Level Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI$211,689
Intermediate Level Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI$212,767
Senior Level Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI$213,198
Specialist Level Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI$214,924
Expert Level Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI$216,433
$211,689 0 yr
$212,767 < 2 yrs
$213,198 2-4 yrs
$214,924 5-8 yrs
$216,433 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Artificial Intelligence Engineer VIs

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:

  • Los Angeles: $217,900
  • West Hollywood: $217,800
  • Dodgertown: $217,900

Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI'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.

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Average $217,500/year
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $228,800 $19,067 $4,400 $110
Average $217,500 $18,125 $4,183 $105
25th Percentile $203,100 $16,925 $3,906 $98

Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Algorithm Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $195,200 - a projected growth of -10% over your current level.

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