What are the main factors that influence a Machine Learning Engineer VI's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Machine Learning Engineer VI?

Machine Learning Engineer VI salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Machine Learning Engineer VI roles are District of Columbia $275,180, California $274,130, Massachusetts $270,480. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Machine Learning Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Machine Learning Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Machine Learning Engineer: $176,220; Machine Learning Engineer V: $176,204; Machine Learning Engineer IV: $158,373; Principal Machine Learning Engineer: $158,360; Machine Learning Software Engineer: $127,796.

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Machine Learning Engineer VI Salary in Delaware

How much does a Machine Learning Engineer VI make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Machine Learning Engineer VI in Delaware is $251,690 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $121.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $294,178
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $231,570 to $273,930
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $213,252

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Machine Learning Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$273,930	$22,828	$5,268	$132
Average	$251,690	$20,974	$4,840	$121
25th Percentile	$231,570	$19,298	$4,453	$111

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Key Factors That Influence Machine Learning Engineer VI Salaries

A Machine Learning Engineer VI's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Machine Learning Engineer 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 Machine Learning Engineer VIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $275,180.
California: $274,130.
Massachusetts: $270,480.

District of Columbia $275,180 California $274,130 Massachusetts $270,480 Washington $269,490 New Jersey $269,390 Alaska $269,040 Connecticut $265,610 New York $264,220

Hawaii $259,770 Rhode Island $257,680 Maryland $256,260 Minnesota $254,330 Colorado $253,580 Illinois $253,330 Oregon $252,390 Delaware $251,690

New Hampshire $251,250 Virginia $250,280 Pennsylvania $247,420 Nevada $245,980 North Dakota $245,500 Michigan $244,760 Wisconsin $244,480 Vermont $243,940

Texas $242,420 Maine $242,320 Arizona $242,170 Ohio $242,000 Georgia $239,710 Indiana $238,570 Wyoming $238,350 Utah $238,000

Iowa $237,850 Kansas $236,660 Louisiana $236,310 North Carolina $236,180 Missouri $236,130 Florida $235,160 Montana $234,640 Nebraska $234,150

Kentucky $233,870 South Carolina $232,880 Tennessee $232,260 Idaho $232,010 New Mexico $230,190 Oklahoma $229,800 Alabama $228,330 South Dakota $225,870

Arkansas $224,530 West Virginia $223,810 Mississippi $221,640

Top Paying Cities for Machine Learning 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:

Lincoln: $260,490
Little Creek: $258,080
Magnolia: $259,150

Lincoln, DE $260,490 Little Creek, DE $258,080 Magnolia, DE $259,150 Milford, DE $260,490 Marydel, DE $257,110 Millsboro, DE $260,490 Millville, DE $262,230 Milton, DE $260,490

Nassau, DE $260,490 Ocean View, DE $262,230 Rehoboth Beach, DE $262,230 Seaford, DE $257,760 Selbyville, DE $262,230 Smyrna, DE $256,810 Viola, DE $259,150 Woodside, DE $258,400

Bear, DE $254,920 Newark, DE $255,020 Claymont, DE $255,220 Delaware City, DE $255,020 Hockessin, DE $255,220 Kirkwood, DE $255,020 Middletown, DE $256,290 Montchanin, DE $255,220

New Castle, DE $255,220 Odessa, DE $256,640 Port Penn, DE $254,330 Rockland, DE $255,220 Saint Georges, DE $255,020 Townsend, DE $256,260 Winterthur, DE $255,220 Lewes, DE $260,490

Wilmington, DE $255,220 Dover, DE $257,950 Dover Afb, DE $258,550 Bethany Beach, DE $262,230 Bethel, DE $257,760 Bridgeville, DE $260,490 Camden Wyoming, DE $258,230 Cheswold, DE $257,360

Clayton, DE $256,710 Dagsboro, DE $262,230 Delmar, DE $257,760 Ellendale, DE $260,490 Felton, DE $260,490 Fenwick Island, DE $262,230 Frankford, DE $262,230 Frederica, DE $260,490

Georgetown, DE $260,490 Greenwood, DE $260,490 Harbeson, DE $260,490 Harrington, DE $260,490 Hartly, DE $256,590 Houston, DE $260,490 Kenton, DE $256,710 Laurel, DE $257,760

Yorklyn, DE $255,220

Machine Learning Engineer VI Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Machine Learning 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.

Last Updated on February 01, 2026

$231,570

Average $251,690/year

$273,930

$19,298

Average $20,974/month

$22,828

$4,453

Average $4,840/week

$5,268

$111

Average $121/hour

$132

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$273,930	$22,828	$5,268	$132
Average	$251,690	$20,974	$4,840	$121
25th Percentile	$231,570	$19,298	$4,453	$111

Machine Learning Engineer VI Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Machine Learning 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 $179,200 - a projected growth of -29% over your current level.

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