As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Algorithmic Trader in the US is $83,685, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,609 weekly, or $6,974 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 $58,906 to $107,173. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,715) and 75th percentile ($95,980), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,173 per year. This $25,265 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 $58,906 US June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $70,715 US June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $83,685 US June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $95,980 US June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Algorithmic Trader Salary $107,173 US June 01, 2026
25% $70,715 10% $58,906 90% $107,173 75% $95,980 $83,685 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Algorithmic Trader

    2 - 4 years experience
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    4 - 7 years experience
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