What are the main factors that influence an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Artificial Intelligence Researcher 's salary?

An Artificial Intelligence Researcher 's salary grows with experience: an Artificial Intelligence Researcher II (2-4 years)earns $111,423, an Artificial Intelligence Researcher III (4-7 years)earns $133,574, an Artificial Intelligence Researcher IV (7+ years)earns $161,971, an Artificial Intelligence Researcher V (7-10 years)earns $206,372, an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI (10-12 years)earns $228,210,

What are the highest paying states for an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI?

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI roles are District of Columbia $243,800, California $242,800, Massachusetts $239,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Artificial Intelligence Researcher roles make?

Salaries for Artificial Intelligence Researcher level roles vary by specialization: AI Research Scientist VI: $220,110; Artificial Intelligence Researcher V: $199,100; Artificial Intelligence Engineer VI: $197,200; Artificial Intelligence Developer: $158,972; Artificial Intelligence Researcher IV: $156,300.

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI in Rhode Island is $228,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $110.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $241,291
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $206,000 to $235,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $185,697

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Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$235,100	$19,592	$4,521	$113
Average	$228,300	$19,025	$4,390	$110
25th Percentile	$206,000	$17,167	$3,962	$99

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Key Factors That Influence Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salaries

An Artificial Intelligence Researcher 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 Researcher Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Artificial Intelligence Researcher 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:

Artificial Intelligence Researcher II (2-4 years): $111,423
Artificial Intelligence Researcher III (4-7 years): $133,574
Artificial Intelligence Researcher IV (7+ years): $161,971
Artificial Intelligence Researcher V (7-10 years): $206,372
Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI (10-12 years): $228,210

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Artificial Intelligence Researcher II	2-4 years	$111,423
Artificial Intelligence Researcher III	4-7 years	$133,574
Artificial Intelligence Researcher IV	7+ years	$161,971
Artificial Intelligence Researcher V	7-10 years	$206,372
Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI	10-12 years	$228,210

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How Do Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI 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 Artificial Intelligence Researcher VIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $243,800.
California: $242,800.
Massachusetts: $239,600.

District of Columbia $243,800 California $242,800 Massachusetts $239,600 Washington $238,700 New Jersey $238,600 Alaska $238,300 Connecticut $235,300 New York $234,000

Hawaii $230,100 Rhode Island $228,300 Maryland $227,000 Minnesota $225,300 Colorado $224,600 Illinois $224,400 Oregon $223,600 Delaware $223,000

New Hampshire $222,600 Virginia $221,700 Pennsylvania $219,200 Nevada $217,900 North Dakota $217,500 Michigan $216,800 Wisconsin $216,600 Vermont $216,100

Maine $214,700 Texas $214,700 Arizona $214,500 Ohio $214,400 Georgia $212,300 Indiana $211,300 Wyoming $211,100 Utah $210,800

Iowa $210,700 Kansas $209,600 Louisiana $209,300 Missouri $209,200 North Carolina $209,200 Florida $208,300 Montana $207,900 Nebraska $207,400

Kentucky $207,200 South Carolina $206,300 Tennessee $205,700 Idaho $205,500 New Mexico $203,900 Oklahoma $203,600 Alabama $202,300 South Dakota $200,100

Arkansas $198,900 West Virginia $198,300 Mississippi $196,300

Top Paying Cities for Artificial Intelligence Researcher 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:

Adamsville: $231,100
Albion: $229,200
Ashaway: $230,700

Adamsville, RI $231,100 Albion, RI $229,200 Ashaway, RI $230,700 Barrington, RI $228,600 Block Island, RI $229,800 Bradford, RI $230,500 Bristol, RI $229,400 Carolina, RI $230,200

Charlestown, RI $230,200 Chepachet, RI $229,800 Clayville, RI $229,100 Coventry, RI $229,200 West Greenwich, RI $229,800 East Greenwich, RI $229,000 Exeter, RI $229,700 Fiskeville, RI $228,600

Forestdale, RI $230,300 Foster, RI $229,700 Glendale, RI $230,300 Greene, RI $230,000 Greenville, RI $228,600 Harmony, RI $228,900 Harrisville, RI $230,200 Hope, RI $228,700

Hope Valley, RI $230,500 Hopkinton, RI $230,800 Jamestown, RI $230,000 Kenyon, RI $230,100 Little Compton, RI $231,100 Manville, RI $229,500 Mapleville, RI $229,800 Newport, RI $230,200

Middletown, RI $230,300 North Kingstown, RI $229,400 North Scituate, RI $228,900 Oakland, RI $230,100 Pascoag, RI $230,400 Pawtucket, RI $228,200 Central Falls, RI $228,300 Cumberland, RI $229,600

Lincoln, RI $228,500 Portsmouth, RI $230,200 Prudence Island, RI $229,700 Rockville, RI $230,700 Saunderstown, RI $229,900 Shannock, RI $230,100 Slatersville, RI $230,300 Slocum, RI $229,900

Tiverton, RI $230,900 Wakefield, RI $230,100 Kingston, RI $230,000 Narragansett, RI $230,100 Peace Dale, RI $230,000 Warren, RI $229,100 Warwick, RI $228,500 Westerly, RI $230,700

West Kingston, RI $230,000 West Warwick, RI $228,800 Wood River Junction, RI $230,400 Woonsocket, RI $230,300 North Smithfield, RI $229,800 Wyoming, RI $230,100 Providence, RI $228,100 Cranston, RI $228,200

North Providence, RI $228,200 East Providence, RI $228,200 Riverside, RI $228,200 Rumford, RI $228,200 Smithfield, RI $228,700 Johnston, RI $228,300

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $255,569. While startup companies pay approximate $216,205.

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$216,205
Growth Stage	51~500	$228,662
Established	501~5000	$246,797
Enterprise	5000+	$255,569

Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Artificial Intelligence Researcher positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$319,620	$154.0	40%
Internet	$296,790	$143.0	30%
Biotechnology	$285,375	$137.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$285,375	$137.0	25%
Financial Services	$273,960	$132.0	20%

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

Understanding how an Artificial Intelligence Researcher 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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$206,000

Average $228,300/year

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$235,100	$19,592	$4,521	$113
Average	$228,300	$19,025	$4,390	$110
25th Percentile	$206,000	$17,167	$3,962	$99

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Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI make in Rhode Island?

Key Factors That Influence Artificial Intelligence Researcher VI Salaries

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Top Paying Cities for Artificial Intelligence Researcher VIs

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