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 $123,101 for beginners, reaching about $124,795 at mid-level, and approach $131,635 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 Rhode Island

How much does a Senior Algorithm Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Senior Algorithm Engineer in Rhode Island is $126,500 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,222
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,900 to $136,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,981

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Senior Algorithm Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,300	$11,358	$2,621	$66
Average	$126,500	$10,542	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,900	$9,908	$2,287	$57

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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	$123,101
Intermediate Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$123,665
Senior Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$124,795
Specialist Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$128,254
Expert Level Senior Algorithm Engineer	$131,635

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:

Adamsville: $128,600
Albion: $126,500
Ashaway: $129,100

Adamsville, RI $128,600 Albion, RI $126,500 Ashaway, RI $129,100 Barrington, RI $126,500 Block Island, RI $128,400 Bradford, RI $129,000 Bristol, RI $126,400 Carolina, RI $128,000

Charlestown, RI $128,100 Chepachet, RI $126,200 Clayville, RI $126,400 Coventry, RI $126,200 West Greenwich, RI $126,100 East Greenwich, RI $126,300 Exeter, RI $129,000 Fiskeville, RI $126,500

Forestdale, RI $126,400 Foster, RI $126,100 Glendale, RI $126,100 Greene, RI $127,600 Greenville, RI $126,500 Harmony, RI $126,400 Harrisville, RI $126,200 Hope, RI $126,500

Hope Valley, RI $129,100 Hopkinton, RI $129,100 Jamestown, RI $127,800 Kenyon, RI $129,000 Little Compton, RI $128,600 Manville, RI $126,500 Mapleville, RI $126,100 Newport, RI $127,900

Middletown, RI $128,400 North Kingstown, RI $126,100 North Scituate, RI $126,400 Oakland, RI $126,300 Pascoag, RI $126,200 Pawtucket, RI $126,500 Central Falls, RI $126,500 Cumberland, RI $126,500

Lincoln, RI $126,500 Portsmouth, RI $127,400 Prudence Island, RI $126,200 Rockville, RI $129,100 Saunderstown, RI $127,900 Shannock, RI $128,900 Slatersville, RI $126,400 Slocum, RI $127,900

Tiverton, RI $128,600 Wakefield, RI $127,800 Kingston, RI $127,800 Narragansett, RI $127,800 Peace Dale, RI $127,800 Warren, RI $126,400 Warwick, RI $126,500 Westerly, RI $129,200

West Kingston, RI $127,900 West Warwick, RI $126,500 Wood River Junction, RI $129,000 Woonsocket, RI $126,400 North Smithfield, RI $126,400 Wyoming, RI $129,000 Providence, RI $126,500 Cranston, RI $126,500

North Providence, RI $126,500 East Providence, RI $126,500 Riverside, RI $126,500 Rumford, RI $126,500 Smithfield, RI $126,500 Johnston, RI $126,500

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

$118,900

Average $126,500/year

$136,300

$9,908

Average $10,542/month

$11,358

$2,287

Average $2,433/week

$2,621

$57

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,300	$11,358	$2,621	$66
Average	$126,500	$10,542	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,900	$9,908	$2,287	$57

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 $164,200 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

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