What are the main factors that influence an AI/ML Developer'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/ML Developer's salary?

An AI/ML Developer's salary grows with experience: starting around $128,081 for beginners, reaching about $129,967 at mid-level, and approach $134,418 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an AI/ML Developer?

AI/ML Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for AI/ML Developer roles are District of Columbia $148,538, California $147,974, Massachusetts $146,002. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of AI/ML Developer roles make?

Salaries for AI/ML Developer level roles vary by specialization: AS Developer: $87,211.

AI/ML Developer Salary in Delaware

How much does an AI/ML Developer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an AI/ML Developer in Delaware is $135,860 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $65.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $160,640
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,051 to $148,830
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $117,120

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AI/ML Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,830	$12,403	$2,862	$72
Average	$135,860	$11,322	$2,613	$65
25th Percentile	$126,051	$10,504	$2,424	$61

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Key Factors That Influence AI/ML Developer Salaries

An AI/ML Developer'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/ML Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an AI/ML Developer'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): $128,081
Early Career (1-2 years): $128,806
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,967
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,707
Expert (over 8 years): $134,418

Levels	Salary
Entry Level AI/ML Developer	$128,081
Intermediate Level AI/ML Developer	$128,806
Senior Level AI/ML Developer	$129,967
Specialist Level AI/ML Developer	$131,707
Expert Level AI/ML Developer	$134,418

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How Do AI/ML Developer 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/ML Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $148,538.
California: $147,974.
Massachusetts: $146,002.

District of Columbia $148,538 California $147,974 Massachusetts $146,002 Washington $145,465 New Jersey $145,412 Alaska $145,224 Connecticut $143,373 New York $142,621

Hawaii $140,220 Rhode Island $139,093 Maryland $138,328 Minnesota $137,282 Colorado $136,879 Illinois $136,745 Oregon $136,235 Delaware $135,860

New Hampshire $135,624 Virginia $135,095 Pennsylvania $133,552 Nevada $132,774 North Dakota $132,519 Michigan $132,117 Wisconsin $131,969 Vermont $131,674

Texas $130,856 Maine $130,802 Arizona $130,722 Ohio $130,628 Georgia $129,393 Indiana $128,776 Wyoming $128,656 Utah $128,468

Iowa $128,387 Kansas $127,743 Louisiana $127,556 North Carolina $127,488 Missouri $127,462 Florida $126,938 Montana $126,657 Nebraska $126,388

Kentucky $126,241 South Carolina $125,704 Tennessee $125,369 Idaho $125,235 New Mexico $124,255 Oklahoma $124,041 Alabama $123,249 South Dakota $121,921

Arkansas $121,197 West Virginia $120,807 Mississippi $119,640

Top Paying Cities for AI/ML Developers

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: $140,609
Little Creek: $139,308
Magnolia: $139,884

Lincoln, DE $140,609 Little Creek, DE $139,308 Magnolia, DE $139,884 Milford, DE $140,609 Marydel, DE $138,784 Millsboro, DE $140,609 Millville, DE $141,548 Milton, DE $140,609

Nassau, DE $140,609 Ocean View, DE $141,548 Rehoboth Beach, DE $141,548 Seaford, DE $139,133 Selbyville, DE $141,548 Smyrna, DE $138,623 Viola, DE $139,884 Woodside, DE $139,482

Bear, DE $137,604 Newark, DE $137,657 Claymont, DE $137,765 Delaware City, DE $137,657 Hockessin, DE $137,765 Kirkwood, DE $137,657 Middletown, DE $138,342 Montchanin, DE $137,765

New Castle, DE $137,765 Odessa, DE $138,529 Port Penn, DE $137,282 Rockland, DE $137,765 Saint Georges, DE $137,657 Townsend, DE $138,328 Winterthur, DE $137,765 Lewes, DE $140,609

Wilmington, DE $137,765 Dover, DE $139,241 Dover Afb, DE $139,562 Bethany Beach, DE $141,548 Bethel, DE $139,133 Bridgeville, DE $140,609 Camden Wyoming, DE $139,388 Cheswold, DE $138,919

Clayton, DE $138,570 Dagsboro, DE $141,548 Delmar, DE $139,133 Ellendale, DE $140,609 Felton, DE $140,609 Fenwick Island, DE $141,548 Frankford, DE $141,548 Frederica, DE $140,609

Georgetown, DE $140,609 Greenwood, DE $140,609 Harbeson, DE $140,609 Harrington, DE $140,609 Hartly, DE $138,503 Houston, DE $140,609 Kenton, DE $138,570 Laurel, DE $139,133

Yorklyn, DE $137,765

AI/ML Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an AI/ML Developer'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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$126,051

Average $135,860/year

$148,830

$10,504

Average $11,322/month

$12,403

$2,424

Average $2,613/week

$2,862

$61

Average $65/hour

$72

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$148,830	$12,403	$2,862	$72
Average	$135,860	$11,322	$2,613	$65
25th Percentile	$126,051	$10,504	$2,424	$61

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