What are the main factors that influence an AI Engineer IV's salary?

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

How does experience change An AI Engineer 's salary?

An AI Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $109,848, an AI Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,508, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $160,367, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $178,422, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $179,173,

What are the highest paying states for an AI Engineer IV?

AI Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for AI Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $175,332, California $174,667, Massachusetts $172,339. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of AI Engineer roles make?

Salaries for AI Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Sr. Lead AI Engineer: $249,990; Lead AI Engineer: $176,203; Principal AI Engineer: $158,346; AI Research Scientist IV: $156,193; ai ml engineer: $136,699.

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AI Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does an AI Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an AI Engineer IV in Delaware is $160,367 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $77.

However, an AI Engineer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,276
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $152,032 to $171,835
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $144,443

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AI Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,835	$14,320	$3,305	$83
Average	$160,367	$13,364	$3,084	$77
25th Percentile	$152,032	$12,669	$2,924	$73

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Key Factors That Influence AI Engineer IV Salaries

An AI Engineer IV'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 AI Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AI Engineer IV'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:

AI Engineer II (2-4 years): $109,848
AI Engineer III (4-7 years): $123,508
AI Engineer IV (7+ years): $160,367
AI Engineer V (7-10 years): $178,422
AI Engineering Manager (10+ years): $179,173

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
AI Engineer II	2-4 years	$109,848
AI Engineer III	4-7 years	$123,508
AI Engineer IV	7+ years	$160,367
AI Engineer V	7-10 years	$178,422
AI Engineering Manager	10+ years	$179,173

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How Do AI Engineer IV 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 AI Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $175,332.
California: $174,667.
Massachusetts: $172,339.

District of Columbia $175,332 California $174,667 Massachusetts $172,339 Washington $171,705 New Jersey $171,642 Alaska $171,420 Connecticut $169,235 New York $168,348

Hawaii $165,514 Rhode Island $164,184 Maryland $163,281 Minnesota $162,046 Colorado $161,571 Illinois $161,412 Oregon $160,811 Delaware $160,367

New Hampshire $160,088 Virginia $159,464 Pennsylvania $157,643 Nevada $156,725 North Dakota $156,424 Michigan $155,949 Wisconsin $155,775 Vermont $155,426

Texas $154,460 Maine $154,397 Arizona $154,302 Ohio $154,191 Georgia $152,734 Indiana $152,006 Wyoming $151,863 Utah $151,642

Iowa $151,547 Kansas $150,787 Louisiana $150,565 North Carolina $150,486 Missouri $150,454 Florida $149,836 Montana $149,504 Nebraska $149,187

Kentucky $149,013 South Carolina $148,380 Tennessee $147,984 Idaho $147,825 New Mexico $146,669 Oklahoma $146,416 Alabama $145,482 South Dakota $143,914

Arkansas $143,059 West Virginia $142,600 Mississippi $141,222

Top Paying Cities for AI Engineer IVs

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: $165,973
Little Creek: $164,437
Magnolia: $165,118

Lincoln, DE $165,973 Little Creek, DE $164,437 Magnolia, DE $165,118 Milford, DE $165,973 Marydel, DE $163,819 Millsboro, DE $165,973 Millville, DE $167,081 Milton, DE $165,973

Nassau, DE $165,973 Ocean View, DE $167,081 Rehoboth Beach, DE $167,081 Seaford, DE $164,231 Selbyville, DE $167,081 Smyrna, DE $163,629 Viola, DE $165,118 Woodside, DE $164,643

Bear, DE $162,426 Newark, DE $162,489 Claymont, DE $162,616 Delaware City, DE $162,489 Hockessin, DE $162,616 Kirkwood, DE $162,489 Middletown, DE $163,297 Montchanin, DE $162,616

New Castle, DE $162,616 Odessa, DE $163,518 Port Penn, DE $162,046 Rockland, DE $162,616 Saint Georges, DE $162,489 Townsend, DE $163,281 Winterthur, DE $162,616 Lewes, DE $165,973

Wilmington, DE $162,616 Dover, DE $164,358 Dover Afb, DE $164,738 Bethany Beach, DE $167,081 Bethel, DE $164,231 Bridgeville, DE $165,973 Camden Wyoming, DE $164,532 Cheswold, DE $163,978

Clayton, DE $163,566 Dagsboro, DE $167,081 Delmar, DE $164,231 Ellendale, DE $165,973 Felton, DE $165,973 Fenwick Island, DE $167,081 Frankford, DE $167,081 Frederica, DE $165,973

Georgetown, DE $165,973 Greenwood, DE $165,973 Harbeson, DE $165,973 Harrington, DE $165,973 Hartly, DE $163,487 Houston, DE $165,973 Kenton, DE $163,566 Laurel, DE $164,231

Yorklyn, DE $162,616

AI Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AI Engineer IV'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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$152,032

Average $160,367/year

$171,835

$12,669

Average $13,364/month

$14,320

$2,924

Average $3,084/week

$3,305

$73

Average $77/hour

$83

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$171,835	$14,320	$3,305	$83
Average	$160,367	$13,364	$3,084	$77
25th Percentile	$152,032	$12,669	$2,924	$73

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For an AI Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the AI Engineer V role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $178,422 - a projected growth of 11% over your current level.

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