What are the main factors that influence a Deep Learning Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Deep Learning Engineer's salary?

A Deep Learning Engineer's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $95,589, an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $111,892, an Deep Learning Engineer (4-7 years)earns $125,792, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $163,351, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $181,726,

What are the highest paying states for a Deep Learning Engineer?

Deep Learning Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Deep Learning Engineer roles are District of Columbia $138,325, California $137,800, Massachusetts $135,963. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Deep Learning Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Deep Learning Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Machine Learning Engineer VI: $197,190; Sr. Lead Machine Learning Engineer: $197,171; Deep Learning Software Engineer: $156,973; Deep Learning Scientist: $123,565; Senior Machine Learning Engineer: $121,950.

Deep Learning Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deep Learning Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deep Learning Engineer in Delaware is $126,519 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, a Deep Learning Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $145,399
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,899 to $136,402
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,962

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Deep Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,402	$11,367	$2,623	$66
Average	$126,519	$10,543	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,899	$9,908	$2,287	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Deep Learning Engineer Salaries

A Deep Learning Engineer'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 Deep Learning Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Deep Learning Engineer'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): $95,589
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,892
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,792
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $163,351
Expert (over 8 years): $181,726

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$95,589
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$111,892
Deep Lear... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$125,792
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$163,351
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$181,726

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How Do Deep Learning Engineer 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 Deep Learning Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $138,325.
California: $137,800.
Massachusetts: $135,963.

District of Columbia $138,325 California $137,800 Massachusetts $135,963 Washington $135,464 New Jersey $135,414 Alaska $135,239 Connecticut $133,515 New York $132,815

Hawaii $130,579 Rhode Island $129,529 Maryland $128,817 Minnesota $127,843 Colorado $127,468 Illinois $127,343 Oregon $126,868 Delaware $126,519

New Hampshire $126,299 Virginia $125,807 Pennsylvania $124,370 Nevada $123,645 North Dakota $123,408 Michigan $123,033 Wisconsin $122,896 Vermont $122,621

Texas $121,859 Maine $121,809 Arizona $121,734 Ohio $121,646 Georgia $120,497 Indiana $119,922 Wyoming $119,810 Utah $119,635

Iowa $119,560 Kansas $118,960 Louisiana $118,785 North Carolina $118,723 Missouri $118,698 Florida $118,211 Montana $117,948 Nebraska $117,698

Kentucky $117,561 South Carolina $117,061 Tennessee $116,749 Idaho $116,624 New Mexico $115,712 Oklahoma $115,512 Alabama $114,775 South Dakota $113,538

Arkansas $112,864 West Virginia $112,501 Mississippi $111,414

Top Paying Cities for Deep Learning Engineers

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:

Lincoln: $125,949
Little Creek: $126,871
Magnolia: $126,689

Lincoln, DE $125,949 Little Creek, DE $126,871 Magnolia, DE $126,689 Milford, DE $126,269 Marydel, DE $126,476 Millsboro, DE $125,420 Millville, DE $125,614 Milton, DE $125,832

Nassau, DE $125,923 Ocean View, DE $125,593 Rehoboth Beach, DE $125,834 Seaford, DE $125,905 Selbyville, DE $125,384 Smyrna, DE $126,958 Viola, DE $126,374 Woodside, DE $126,714

Bear, DE $126,421 Newark, DE $126,374 Claymont, DE $126,632 Delaware City, DE $126,500 Hockessin, DE $126,362 Kirkwood, DE $126,476 Middletown, DE $126,525 Montchanin, DE $126,391

New Castle, DE $126,410 Odessa, DE $126,587 Port Penn, DE $126,672 Rockland, DE $126,404 Saint Georges, DE $126,485 Townsend, DE $126,680 Winterthur, DE $126,419 Lewes, DE $125,880

Wilmington, DE $126,369 Dover, DE $126,871 Dover Afb, DE $126,203 Bethany Beach, DE $125,460 Bethel, DE $125,590 Bridgeville, DE $125,886 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,514 Cheswold, DE $126,830

Clayton, DE $126,833 Dagsboro, DE $125,373 Delmar, DE $125,172 Ellendale, DE $125,552 Felton, DE $126,259 Fenwick Island, DE $125,400 Frankford, DE $125,182 Frederica, DE $126,384

Georgetown, DE $125,326 Greenwood, DE $125,906 Harbeson, DE $125,459 Harrington, DE $126,099 Hartly, DE $126,491 Houston, DE $125,919 Kenton, DE $126,840 Laurel, DE $125,251

Yorklyn, DE $126,400

Deep Learning Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Deep Learning Engineer'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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$118,899

Average $126,519/year

$136,402

$9,908

Average $10,543/month

$11,367

$2,287

Average $2,433/week

$2,623

$57

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,402	$11,367	$2,623	$66
Average	$126,519	$10,543	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,899	$9,908	$2,287	$57

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