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

A Senior Algorithm Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $117,508 for beginners, reaching about $119,126 at mid-level, and approach $125,655 for experts.

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

Senior Algorithm Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Senior Algorithm Engineer roles are District of Columbia $135,100, California $134,600, Massachusetts $132,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Senior Algorithm Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Algorithm Engineering Director: $228,300; Algorithm Engineering Senior Manager: $199,000; Lead Algorithm Engineer: $176,300; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400; Algorithm Engineer: $126,184.

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Senior Algorithm Engineer Salary in Nevada

How much does a Senior Algorithm Engineer make in Nevada?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Algorithm Engineer in Nevada is $120,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,567
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,500 to $130,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,854

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Senior Algorithm Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,100	$10,842	$2,502	$63
Average	$120,800	$10,067	$2,323	$58
25th Percentile	$113,500	$9,458	$2,183	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Senior Algorithm Engineer Salaries

A Senior 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 Senior Algorithm Engineer	$117,508
Intermediate Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$118,048
Senior Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$119,126
Specialist Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$122,427
Expert Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$125,655

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

District of Columbia: $135,100.
California: $134,600.
Massachusetts: $132,800.

District of Columbia $135,100 California $134,600 Massachusetts $132,800 Washington $132,300 New Jersey $132,300 Alaska $132,100 Connecticut $130,400 New York $129,700

Hawaii $127,600 Rhode Island $126,500 Maryland $125,800 Minnesota $124,900 Colorado $124,500 Illinois $124,400 Oregon $123,900 Delaware $123,600

New Hampshire $123,400 Virginia $122,900 Pennsylvania $121,500 Nevada $120,800 North Dakota $120,600 Michigan $120,200 Wisconsin $120,100 Vermont $119,800

Maine $119,000 Texas $119,000 Arizona $118,900 Ohio $118,800 Georgia $117,700 Indiana $117,200 Wyoming $117,000 Utah $116,900

Iowa $116,800 Kansas $116,200 Missouri $116,000 Louisiana $116,000 North Carolina $116,000 Florida $115,500 Montana $115,200 Nebraska $115,000

Kentucky $114,800 South Carolina $114,400 Tennessee $114,100 Idaho $113,900 New Mexico $113,000 Oklahoma $112,800 Alabama $112,100 South Dakota $110,900

Arkansas $110,300 West Virginia $109,900 Mississippi $108,800

Top Paying Cities for Senior 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: $119,800
Alamo: $118,000
Henderson: $119,300

The Lakes, NV $119,800 Alamo, NV $118,000 Henderson, NV $119,300 Beatty, NV $118,000 Blue Diamond, NV $119,100 Boulder City, NV $118,100 Bunkerville, NV $118,000 Caliente, NV $118,000

Dyer, NV $121,600 Goldfield, NV $121,600 Hiko, NV $118,000 Indian Springs, NV $118,000 Jean, NV $118,000 Amargosa Valley, NV $118,000 Logandale, NV $118,000 Manhattan, NV $120,300

Mercury, NV $118,000 Mesquite, NV $118,000 Moapa, NV $118,000 Laughlin, NV $118,000 North Las Vegas, NV $119,800 Coyote Springs, NV $118,000 Cal Nev Ari, NV $118,000 Overton, NV $118,000

Pahrump, NV $118,000 Panaca, NV $118,000 Pioche, NV $118,000 Round Mountain, NV $120,300 Searchlight, NV $118,000 Silverpeak, NV $121,600 Tonopah, NV $119,500 Sloan, NV $119,300

Las Vegas, NV $119,800 Nellis Afb, NV $119,400 Ely, NV $114,300 Austin, NV $120,300 Baker, NV $115,000 Duckwater, NV $118,000 Eureka, NV $115,500 Lund, NV $116,000

Mc Gill, NV $115,000 Ruth, NV $115,000 Crystal Bay, NV $123,600 Dayton, NV $121,300 Denio, NV $116,100 Empire, NV $120,500 Fallon, NV $120,300 Fernley, NV $120,400

Gabbs, NV $120,300 Gardnerville, NV $120,200 Genoa, NV $121,500 Gerlach, NV $120,500 Glenbrook, NV $121,600 Golconda, NV $115,500 Hawthorne, NV $120,200 Imlay, NV $120,500

Lovelock, NV $120,500 Luning, NV $120,200 Mc Dermitt, NV $111,700 Mina, NV $120,200 Minden, NV $121,600 Nixon, NV $120,400 Orovada, NV $116,100 Paradise Valley, NV $108,900

Schurz, NV $120,200 Silver City, NV $122,000 Silver Springs, NV $120,400 Smith, NV $120,200 Sparks, NV $122,300 Sun Valley, NV $122,300 Valmy, NV $115,500 Verdi, NV $122,300

Virginia City, NV $122,000 Wadsworth, NV $120,500 Wellington, NV $120,200 Winnemucca, NV $120,500 Yerington, NV $120,200 Zephyr Cove, NV $121,200 Stateline, NV $121,000 Incline Village, NV $121,900

Reno, NV $122,300 Carson City, NV $122,000 Washoe Valley, NV $122,000 Elko, NV $106,000 Spring Creek, NV $106,000 Battle Mountain, NV $120,300 Crescent Valley, NV $106,000 Carlin, NV $106,000

Deeth, NV $106,000 Halleck, NV $106,000 Jackpot, NV $106,000 Jarbidge, NV $106,000 Lamoille, NV $106,000 Montello, NV $106,000 Mountain City, NV $106,000 Owyhee, NV $106,000

Ruby Valley, NV $106,000 Tuscarora, NV $106,000 Wells, NV $106,000 West Wendover, NV $112,300

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

Understanding how a Senior 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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$113,500

Average $120,800/year

$130,100

$9,458

Average $10,067/month

$10,842

$2,183

Average $2,323/week

$2,502

$55

Average $58/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,100	$10,842	$2,502	$63
Average	$120,800	$10,067	$2,323	$58
25th Percentile	$113,500	$9,458	$2,183	$55

Senior Algorithm Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Senior Algorithm Engineer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Principal Algorithm Engineer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $156,800 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

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