As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Machine Learning Engineer in Mesa, AZ is $108,617, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,089 weekly, or $9,051 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 Mesa, AZ vary widely, spanning from $92,095 to $126,270. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,969) and 75th percentile ($117,857), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,270 per year. This $17,888 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, Mesa Machine Learning Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Mesa currently ranks 388 statewide for Machine Learning Engineer 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
Machine Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $92,095 Mesa, AZ February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $99,969 Mesa, AZ February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $108,617 Mesa, AZ February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $117,857 Mesa, AZ February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $126,270 Mesa, AZ February 01, 2026
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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...

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    Software Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Machine Learning Engineer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Software Engineer IV

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Mesa, AZ. The base salary for Machine Learning Engineer ranges from $99,969 to $117,857 with the average base salary of $108,617. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $108,500 to $133,102 with the average total cash compensation of $120,202.

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About Mesa, Arizona    Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in th....More

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