What are the main factors that influence an Algorithm Developer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Algorithm Developer's salary?

An Algorithm Developer's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $113,136, an AI Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,217, an Algorithm Developer (7+ years)earns $165,169, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $183,777, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $184,535,

What are the highest paying states for an Algorithm Developer?

Algorithm Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Algorithm Developer roles are District of Columbia $177,336, California $176,663, Massachusetts $174,309. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Algorithm Developer roles make?

Salaries for Algorithm Developer level roles vary by specialization: Algorithm Engineering Director: $228,300; Algorithm Engineering Manager: $177,000; Lead Algorithm Engineer: $176,200; Principal Algorithm Engineer: $158,400; Algorithm Engineer: $126,152.

Algorithm Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Algorithm Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Algorithm Developer in Rhode Island is $166,060 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, an Algorithm Developer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $189,217
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,092 to $178,181
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $148,927

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Algorithm Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,181	$14,848	$3,427	$86
Average	$166,060	$13,838	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$157,092	$13,091	$3,021	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Algorithm Developer Salaries

An Algorithm Developer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Algorithm Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Algorithm Developer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $113,136
Early Career (1-2 years): $127,217
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $165,169
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $183,777
Expert (over 8 years): $184,535

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$113,136
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$127,217
Algorithm... Level Algorithm Developer	$165,169
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$183,777
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$184,535

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How Do Algorithm Developer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Algorithm Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $177,336.
California: $176,663.
Massachusetts: $174,309.

District of Columbia $177,336 California $176,663 Massachusetts $174,309 Washington $173,668 New Jersey $173,604 Alaska $173,380 Connecticut $171,169 New York $170,272

Hawaii $167,406 Rhode Island $166,060 Maryland $165,147 Minnesota $163,898 Colorado $163,417 Illinois $163,257 Oregon $162,649 Delaware $162,200

New Hampshire $161,918 Virginia $161,287 Pennsylvania $159,445 Nevada $158,516 North Dakota $158,212 Michigan $157,731 Wisconsin $157,555 Vermont $157,203

Texas $156,226 Maine $156,162 Arizona $156,066 Ohio $155,954 Georgia $154,480 Indiana $153,743 Wyoming $153,599 Utah $153,375

Iowa $153,279 Kansas $152,510 Louisiana $152,286 North Carolina $152,206 Missouri $152,174 Florida $151,549 Montana $151,213 Nebraska $150,892

Kentucky $150,716 South Carolina $150,076 Tennessee $149,675 Idaho $149,515 New Mexico $148,346 Oklahoma $148,089 Alabama $147,145 South Dakota $145,559

Arkansas $144,694 West Virginia $144,229 Mississippi $142,836

Top Paying Cities for Algorithm Developers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $168,783
Albion: $165,980
Ashaway: $169,424

Adamsville, RI $168,783 Albion, RI $165,980 Ashaway, RI $169,424 Barrington, RI $165,980 Block Island, RI $168,543 Bradford, RI $169,311 Bristol, RI $165,820 Carolina, RI $167,934

Charlestown, RI $168,110 Chepachet, RI $165,660 Clayville, RI $165,820 Coventry, RI $165,660 West Greenwich, RI $165,548 East Greenwich, RI $165,772 Exeter, RI $169,311 Fiskeville, RI $165,980

Forestdale, RI $165,820 Foster, RI $165,548 Glendale, RI $165,548 Greene, RI $167,406 Greenville, RI $165,980 Harmony, RI $165,932 Harrisville, RI $165,660 Hope, RI $165,980

Hope Valley, RI $169,424 Hopkinton, RI $169,472 Jamestown, RI $167,774 Kenyon, RI $169,263 Little Compton, RI $168,719 Manville, RI $165,980 Mapleville, RI $165,548 Newport, RI $167,806

Middletown, RI $168,511 North Kingstown, RI $165,500 North Scituate, RI $165,932 Oakland, RI $165,708 Pascoag, RI $165,612 Pawtucket, RI $165,980 Central Falls, RI $165,980 Cumberland, RI $165,980

Lincoln, RI $165,980 Portsmouth, RI $167,133 Prudence Island, RI $165,660 Rockville, RI $169,472 Saunderstown, RI $167,870 Shannock, RI $169,215 Slatersville, RI $165,820 Slocum, RI $167,870

Tiverton, RI $168,831 Wakefield, RI $167,694 Kingston, RI $167,726 Narragansett, RI $167,758 Peace Dale, RI $167,694 Warren, RI $165,932 Warwick, RI $165,980 Westerly, RI $169,520

West Kingston, RI $167,822 West Warwick, RI $165,980 Wood River Junction, RI $169,311 Woonsocket, RI $165,820 North Smithfield, RI $165,932 Wyoming, RI $169,263 Providence, RI $165,980 Cranston, RI $165,980

North Providence, RI $165,980 East Providence, RI $165,980 Riverside, RI $165,980 Rumford, RI $165,980 Smithfield, RI $165,980 Johnston, RI $165,980

Algorithm Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Algorithm Developer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$157,092

Average $166,060/year

$178,181

$13,091

Average $13,838/month

$14,848

$3,021

Average $3,193/week

$3,427

$76

Average $80/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,181	$14,848	$3,427	$86
Average	$166,060	$13,838	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$157,092	$13,091	$3,021	$76

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