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 $113,138, an AI Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,192, an Algorithm Developer (7+ years)earns $165,170, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $183,749, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $184,540,

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: $126,134.

Algorithm Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Algorithm Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 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): $189,207
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,455 to $178,176
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $149,620

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,176	$14,848	$3,426	$86
Average	$166,060	$13,838	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$157,455	$13,121	$3,028	$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): $113,138
Early Career (1-2 years): $127,192
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $165,170
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $183,749
Expert (over 8 years): $184,540

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$113,138
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$127,192
Algorithm... Level Algorithm Developer	$165,170
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$183,749
AI Engine... Level Algorithm Developer	$184,540

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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: $168,136
Albion: $166,715
Ashaway: $167,817

Adamsville, RI $168,136 Albion, RI $166,715 Ashaway, RI $167,817 Barrington, RI $166,276 Block Island, RI $167,202 Bradford, RI $167,716 Bristol, RI $166,917 Carolina, RI $167,439

Charlestown, RI $167,500 Chepachet, RI $167,167 Clayville, RI $166,701 Coventry, RI $166,709 West Greenwich, RI $167,168 East Greenwich, RI $166,597 Exeter, RI $167,122 Fiskeville, RI $166,273

Forestdale, RI $167,554 Foster, RI $167,079 Glendale, RI $167,567 Greene, RI $167,298 Greenville, RI $166,337 Harmony, RI $166,552 Harrisville, RI $167,495 Hope, RI $166,377

Hope Valley, RI $167,670 Hopkinton, RI $167,891 Jamestown, RI $167,330 Kenyon, RI $167,418 Little Compton, RI $168,110 Manville, RI $166,935 Mapleville, RI $167,199 Newport, RI $167,498

Middletown, RI $167,572 North Kingstown, RI $166,883 North Scituate, RI $166,553 Oakland, RI $167,380 Pascoag, RI $167,606 Pawtucket, RI $166,028 Central Falls, RI $166,102 Cumberland, RI $167,045

Lincoln, RI $166,268 Portsmouth, RI $167,481 Prudence Island, RI $167,136 Rockville, RI $167,865 Saunderstown, RI $167,229 Shannock, RI $167,428 Slatersville, RI $167,556 Slocum, RI $167,225

Tiverton, RI $167,990 Wakefield, RI $167,372 Kingston, RI $167,308 Narragansett, RI $167,418 Peace Dale, RI $167,351 Warren, RI $166,706 Warwick, RI $166,241 Westerly, RI $167,857

West Kingston, RI $167,361 West Warwick, RI $166,445 Wood River Junction, RI $167,599 Woonsocket, RI $167,564 North Smithfield, RI $167,183 Wyoming, RI $167,428 Providence, RI $165,980 Cranston, RI $166,002

North Providence, RI $166,022 East Providence, RI $165,991 Riverside, RI $166,044 Rumford, RI $166,020 Smithfield, RI $166,356 Johnston, RI $166,078

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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$157,455

Average $166,060/year

$178,176

$13,121

Average $13,838/month

$14,848

$3,028

Average $3,193/week

$3,426

$76

Average $80/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,176	$14,848	$3,426	$86
Average	$166,060	$13,838	$3,193	$80
25th Percentile	$157,455	$13,121	$3,028	$76

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