As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Algorithmic Trader in the US is $85,598, equivalent to $41 per hour, $1,646 weekly, or $7,133 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Algorithmic Trader in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Algorithmic Trader in the US vary widely, spanning from $48,053 to $121,261. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($65,945) and 75th percentile ($104,265), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,261 per year. This $38,320 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Algorithmic Trader often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 23 companies and industry startups. 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
Algorithmic Trader Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $48,053 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $65,945 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $85,598 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $104,265 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $121,261 US August 01, 2026
25% $65,945 10% $48,053 90% $121,261 75% $104,265 $85,598 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Algorithmic Trader

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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