What are the main factors that influence a Principal Algorithm Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change a Principal Algorithm Engineer's salary?

A Principal Algorithm Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $153,498 for beginners, reaching about $154,709 at mid-level, and approach $158,452 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Principal Algorithm Engineer?

Principal Algorithm Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Principal Algorithm Engineer roles are District of Columbia $175,400, California $174,700, Massachusetts $172,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Principal Algorithm Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Principal Algorithm Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Algorithm Engineer: $176,300; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer V: $173,920; Algorithm and Simulation Engineer IV: $144,557; Algorithm Engineer: $126,184; Senior Algorithm Engineer: $122,000.

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Principal Algorithm Engineer Salary in Nevada

How much does a Principal Algorithm Engineer make in Nevada?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Principal Algorithm Engineer in Nevada is $156,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,388
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $148,600 to $168,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $141,134

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Principal Algorithm Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,100	$14,008	$3,233	$81
Average	$156,800	$13,067	$3,015	$75
25th Percentile	$148,600	$12,383	$2,858	$71

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Key Factors That Influence Principal Algorithm Engineer Salaries

A Principal Algorithm Engineer'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 Principal Algorithm Engineer	$153,498
Intermediate Level Principal Algorithm Engineer	$154,104
Senior Level Principal Algorithm Engineer	$154,709
Specialist Level Principal Algorithm Engineer	$155,921
Expert Level Principal Algorithm Engineer	$158,452

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

District of Columbia: $175,400.
California: $174,700.
Massachusetts: $172,400.

District of Columbia $175,400 California $174,700 Massachusetts $172,400 Washington $171,800 New Jersey $171,700 Alaska $171,500 Connecticut $169,300 New York $168,400

Hawaii $165,600 Rhode Island $164,200 Maryland $163,300 Minnesota $162,100 Colorado $161,600 Illinois $161,500 Oregon $160,900 Delaware $160,400

New Hampshire $160,100 Virginia $159,500 Pennsylvania $157,700 Nevada $156,800 North Dakota $156,500 Michigan $156,000 Wisconsin $155,800 Vermont $155,500

Texas $154,500 Arizona $154,400 Maine $154,400 Ohio $154,200 Georgia $152,800 Indiana $152,100 Wyoming $151,900 Utah $151,700

Iowa $151,600 Kansas $150,800 Louisiana $150,600 North Carolina $150,500 Missouri $150,500 Florida $149,900 Montana $149,600 Nebraska $149,200

Kentucky $149,100 South Carolina $148,400 Tennessee $148,000 Idaho $147,900 New Mexico $146,700 Oklahoma $146,500 Alabama $145,500 South Dakota $144,000

Arkansas $143,100 West Virginia $142,600 Mississippi $141,300

Top Paying Cities for Principal Algorithm Engineers

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:

The Lakes: $155,500
Alamo: $153,100
Henderson: $154,900

The Lakes, NV $155,500 Alamo, NV $153,100 Henderson, NV $154,900 Beatty, NV $153,100 Blue Diamond, NV $154,500 Boulder City, NV $153,300 Bunkerville, NV $153,100 Caliente, NV $153,100

Dyer, NV $157,800 Goldfield, NV $157,800 Hiko, NV $153,100 Indian Springs, NV $153,100 Jean, NV $153,100 Amargosa Valley, NV $153,100 Logandale, NV $153,100 Manhattan, NV $156,200

Mercury, NV $153,100 Mesquite, NV $153,100 Moapa, NV $153,100 Laughlin, NV $153,100 North Las Vegas, NV $155,500 Coyote Springs, NV $153,100 Cal Nev Ari, NV $153,100 Overton, NV $153,100

Pahrump, NV $153,100 Panaca, NV $153,100 Pioche, NV $153,100 Round Mountain, NV $156,200 Searchlight, NV $153,100 Silverpeak, NV $157,800 Tonopah, NV $155,100 Sloan, NV $154,900

Las Vegas, NV $155,500 Nellis Afb, NV $155,000 Ely, NV $148,400 Austin, NV $156,200 Baker, NV $149,200 Duckwater, NV $153,100 Eureka, NV $150,000 Lund, NV $150,500

Mc Gill, NV $149,200 Ruth, NV $149,200 Crystal Bay, NV $160,400 Dayton, NV $157,400 Denio, NV $150,700 Empire, NV $156,300 Fallon, NV $156,200 Fernley, NV $156,300

Gabbs, NV $156,200 Gardnerville, NV $156,000 Genoa, NV $157,700 Gerlach, NV $156,300 Glenbrook, NV $157,900 Golconda, NV $150,000 Hawthorne, NV $156,000 Imlay, NV $156,300

Lovelock, NV $156,300 Luning, NV $156,000 Mc Dermitt, NV $145,000 Mina, NV $156,000 Minden, NV $157,900 Nixon, NV $156,300 Orovada, NV $150,700 Paradise Valley, NV $141,300

Schurz, NV $156,000 Silver City, NV $158,400 Silver Springs, NV $156,300 Smith, NV $156,000 Sparks, NV $158,700 Sun Valley, NV $158,700 Valmy, NV $150,000 Verdi, NV $158,700

Virginia City, NV $158,400 Wadsworth, NV $156,400 Wellington, NV $156,000 Winnemucca, NV $156,300 Yerington, NV $156,000 Zephyr Cove, NV $157,200 Stateline, NV $157,100 Incline Village, NV $158,200

Reno, NV $158,700 Carson City, NV $158,400 Washoe Valley, NV $158,400 Elko, NV $137,600 Spring Creek, NV $137,600 Battle Mountain, NV $156,200 Crescent Valley, NV $137,600 Carlin, NV $137,600

Deeth, NV $137,600 Halleck, NV $137,600 Jackpot, NV $137,600 Jarbidge, NV $137,600 Lamoille, NV $137,600 Montello, NV $137,600 Mountain City, NV $137,600 Owyhee, NV $137,600

Ruby Valley, NV $137,600 Tuscarora, NV $137,600 Wells, NV $137,600 West Wendover, NV $145,800

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

Understanding how a Principal Algorithm Engineer'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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$148,600

Average $156,800/year

$168,100

$12,383

Average $13,067/month

$14,008

$2,858

Average $3,015/week

$3,233

$71

Average $75/hour

$81

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$168,100	$14,008	$3,233	$81
Average	$156,800	$13,067	$3,015	$75
25th Percentile	$148,600	$12,383	$2,858	$71

Principal Algorithm Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Principal Algorithm Engineer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Lead Algorithm Engineer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $174,500 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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