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

A Junior Machine Learning Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $82,165, a Software Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $105,738, a Junior Machine Learning Engineer (4-7 years)earns $129,492, a Software Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,818, a Software Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $172,224,

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

Junior Machine Learning Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Junior Machine Learning Engineer roles are District of Columbia $139,030, California $138,503, Massachusetts $136,657. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Junior Machine Learning Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Machine Learning Engineer VI: $197,120; Lead Machine Learning Engineer: $176,150; Machine Learning Engineer V: $176,132; Machine Learning Engineer IV: $158,373; Principal Machine Learning Engineer: $158,360.

Junior Machine Learning Engineer Salary in Delaware

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

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Machine Learning Engineer in Delaware is $127,164 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $146,929
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,987 to $137,509
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $105,810

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Junior Machine Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,509	$11,459	$2,644	$66
Average	$127,164	$10,597	$2,445	$61
25th Percentile	$115,987	$9,666	$2,231	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Junior Machine Learning Engineer Salaries

A Junior Machine Learning 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.

How Experience Level Affects Junior Machine Learning Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Machine Learning Engineer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $82,165
Early Career (1-2 years): $105,738
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,492
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $149,818
Expert (over 8 years): $172,224

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Junior Machine Learning Engineer	$82,165
Software ... Level Junior Machine Learning Engineer	$105,738
Junior Ma... Level Junior Machine Learning Engineer	$129,492
Software ... Level Junior Machine Learning Engineer	$149,818
Software ... Level Junior Machine Learning Engineer	$172,224

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

District of Columbia: $139,030.
California: $138,503.
Massachusetts: $136,657.

District of Columbia $139,030 California $138,503 Massachusetts $136,657 Washington $136,154 New Jersey $136,104 Alaska $135,928 Connecticut $134,196 New York $133,492

Hawaii $131,245 Rhode Island $130,190 Maryland $129,474 Minnesota $128,495 Colorado $128,118 Illinois $127,992 Oregon $127,515 Delaware $127,164

New Hampshire $126,943 Virginia $126,448 Pennsylvania $125,004 Nevada $124,276 North Dakota $124,037 Michigan $123,660 Wisconsin $123,522 Vermont $123,246

Texas $122,480 Maine $122,430 Arizona $122,354 Ohio $122,267 Georgia $121,111 Indiana $120,534 Wyoming $120,421 Utah $120,245

Iowa $120,170 Kansas $119,567 Louisiana $119,391 North Carolina $119,328 Missouri $119,303 Florida $118,813 Montana $118,550 Nebraska $118,299

Kentucky $118,160 South Carolina $117,658 Tennessee $117,344 Idaho $117,219 New Mexico $116,302 Oklahoma $116,101 Alabama $115,360 South Dakota $114,117

Arkansas $113,439 West Virginia $113,075 Mississippi $111,982

Top Paying Cities for Junior Machine Learning 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:

Lincoln: $126,591
Little Creek: $127,518
Magnolia: $127,335

Lincoln, DE $126,591 Little Creek, DE $127,518 Magnolia, DE $127,335 Milford, DE $126,913 Marydel, DE $127,121 Millsboro, DE $126,060 Millville, DE $126,255 Milton, DE $126,473

Nassau, DE $126,565 Ocean View, DE $126,233 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,476 Seaford, DE $126,547 Selbyville, DE $126,024 Smyrna, DE $127,606 Viola, DE $127,018 Woodside, DE $127,360

Bear, DE $127,066 Newark, DE $127,018 Claymont, DE $127,278 Delaware City, DE $127,145 Hockessin, DE $127,007 Kirkwood, DE $127,121 Middletown, DE $127,170 Montchanin, DE $127,036

New Castle, DE $127,054 Odessa, DE $127,233 Port Penn, DE $127,318 Rockland, DE $127,048 Saint Georges, DE $127,130 Townsend, DE $127,326 Winterthur, DE $127,063 Lewes, DE $126,522

Wilmington, DE $127,013 Dover, DE $127,518 Dover Afb, DE $126,846 Bethany Beach, DE $126,100 Bethel, DE $126,231 Bridgeville, DE $126,528 Camden Wyoming, DE $127,159 Cheswold, DE $127,476

Clayton, DE $127,480 Dagsboro, DE $126,012 Delmar, DE $125,810 Ellendale, DE $126,192 Felton, DE $126,903 Fenwick Island, DE $126,040 Frankford, DE $125,820 Frederica, DE $127,028

Georgetown, DE $125,965 Greenwood, DE $126,548 Harbeson, DE $126,099 Harrington, DE $126,742 Hartly, DE $127,136 Houston, DE $126,561 Kenton, DE $127,486 Laurel, DE $125,889

Yorklyn, DE $127,044

Junior Machine Learning Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Junior Machine Learning Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 27% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 14% above the average. In contrast, Junior Machine Learning Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Junior Machine Learning Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Junior Machine Learning Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$144,967	$70.0	14%
Aerospace & Defense	$142,423	$68.0	12%
Internet	$141,152	$68.0	11%
Biotechnology	$139,880	$67.0	10%
Software & Networking	$138,608	$67.0	9%

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

Understanding how a Junior Machine Learning 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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$115,987

Average $127,164/year

$137,509

$9,666

Average $10,597/month

$11,459

$2,231

Average $2,445/week

$2,644

$56

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,509	$11,459	$2,644	$66
Average	$127,164	$10,597	$2,445	$61
25th Percentile	$115,987	$9,666	$2,231	$56

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