As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for AI Developer in Los Angeles, CA is $115,010, equivalent to $55 per hour, $2,212 weekly, or $9,584 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for AI Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for AI Developer in Los Angeles, CA vary widely, spanning from $101,690 to $131,869. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($108,038) and 75th percentile ($123,834), while top earners (90th percentile) make $131,869 per year. This $15,796 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Data Science, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Los Angeles AI Developer often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Los Angeles currently ranks 76 statewide for AI Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
AI Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile AI Developer Salary $101,690 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile AI Developer Salary $108,038 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile AI Developer Salary $115,010 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile AI Developer Salary $123,834 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile AI Developer Salary $131,869 Los Angeles, CA April 01, 2026
25% $108,038 10% $101,690 90% $131,869 75% $123,834 $115,010 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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