As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Machine Learning Engineer in New Haven, CT is $116,507, equivalent to $56 per hour, $2,241 weekly, or $9,709 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Machine Learning Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Machine Learning Engineer in New Haven, CT vary widely, spanning from $98,662 to $135,424. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($107,166) and 75th percentile ($126,409), while top earners (90th percentile) make $135,424 per year. This $19,243 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, New Haven Machine Learning Engineer often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, New Haven currently ranks 174 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 $98,662 New Haven, CT October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $107,166 New Haven, CT October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $116,507 New Haven, CT October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $126,409 New Haven, CT October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Machine Learning Engineer Salary $135,424 New Haven, CT October 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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107166
126409
116507

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
118804
145743
131619
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 New Haven, CT. The base salary for Machine Learning Engineer ranges from $107,166 to $126,409 with the average base salary of $116,507. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,804 to $145,743 with the average total cash compensation of $131,619.

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