As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Machine Learning Engineer in Acton, CA is $120,992, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,327 weekly, or $10,083 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Machine Learning Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Machine Learning Engineer in Acton, CA vary widely, spanning from $102,487 to $140,599. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($111,306) and 75th percentile ($131,255), while top earners (90th percentile) make $140,599 per year. This $19,949 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Software Development, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Acton Machine Learning Engineer often earn 0.2% higher than national averages. 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
Machine Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $102,487 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $111,306 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $120,992 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $131,255 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $140,599 Acton, CA April 01, 2026
25% $111,306 10% $102,487 90% $140,599 75% $131,255 $120,992 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
Change Search Criteria
Check out Machine Learning Engineer jobs in Acton, California

Machine Learning Engineer

Shields Group Search - Fremont, CA

Machine Learning Engineer

Shields Group Search - Alameda, CA

Machine Learning Engineer

Shields Group Search - San Francisco, CA

Machine Learning Engineer

Shields Group Search - Sunnyvale, CA

Search More Machine Learning Engineer Jobs in Acton, California

What is a Machine Learning Engineer ?

Machine learning (ML) is the scientific study of algorithms and statistical models that computer systems use to effectively perform a specific task without using explicit instructions, relying on patterns and inference instead. It is seen as a subset of artificial intelligence. Machine learning algorithms build a mathematical model of sample data, known as "training data", in order to make predictions or decisions without being explicitly programmed to perform the task.:2 Machine learning algorithms are used in a wide variety of applications, such as email filtering, and computer vision, where...

Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/25/2019). Read more from Wikipedia

See user submitted job responsibilities for Machine Learning Engineer.

Job Openings for Machine Learning Engineer in Acton, CA

Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Machine Learning Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Software Engineer IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

Understand the total compensation opportunity for a Machine Learning Engineer, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
111306
131255
120992

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
121493
149041
134596
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Machine Learning Engineer in Acton, CA. The base salary for Machine Learning Engineer ranges from $111,306 to $131,255 with the average base salary of $120,992. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,493 to $149,041 with the average total cash compensation of $134,596.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.

111306
131255

 

About Acton, California    Acton is an unincorporated census-designated place in Los Angeles County, California, near the Antelope Valley. According to the 2010 census, Acton h....More

Acton, California  area prices were up 3.2% from a year ago

Machine Learning Engineer Salary in popular cities: Los AngelesSan DiegoSan Jose

Jobs with a similar salary range to Machine Learning Engineer : Computer Vision Researcher, Software Administrator, Software Developers