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Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary in North Carolina

How much does an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager make in North Carolina?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager in North Carolina is $168,150 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $81.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $189,280
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,100 to $179,210
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $143,219
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Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $179,210 $14,934 $3,446 $86
Average $168,150 $14,013 $3,234 $81
25th Percentile $155,100 $12,925 $2,983 $75
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Key Factors That Influence Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salaries

An Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager'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:

  • Principal Algorithm Engineer (7+ years): $150,490
  • Lead Algorithm Engineer (7-10 years): $167,374
  • Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager (10+ years): $168,140
  • Algorithm Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $189,078
  • Algorithm Engineering Director (10+ years): $216,874
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Principal Algorithm Engineer7+ years$150,490
Lead Algorithm Engineer7-10 years$167,374
Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager10+ years$168,140
Algorithm Engineering Senior Manager10+ years$189,078
Algorithm Engineering Director10+ years$216,874
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Top Paying Cities for Artificial Intelligence Engineering Managers

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:

  • Morven: $160,420
  • Mount Holly: $170,180
  • Mount Mourne: $167,770

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $188,234. While startup companies pay approximate $159,242.

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$159,242
Growth Stage51~500$168,417
Established501~5000$181,774
Enterprise5000+$188,234

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$201,780$97.020%
Internet$198,417$95.018%
Financial Services$193,372$93.015%
Pharmaceuticals$193,372$93.015%
Aerospace & Defense$184,965$89.010%

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager'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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$155,100
Average $168,150/year
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75th Percentile $179,210 $14,934 $3,446 $86
Average $168,150 $14,013 $3,234 $81
25th Percentile $155,100 $12,925 $2,983 $75

Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Artificial Intelligence Engineering Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Algorithm Engineering Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $189,100 - a projected growth of 12% over your current level.

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