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 $95,586, an AI Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $111,891, an Deep Learning Engineer (4-7 years)earns $125,805, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $163,350, an AI Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $181,740,

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 $138,332, California $137,808, Massachusetts $135,971. 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: $249,910; Sr. Lead Machine Learning Engineer: $249,896; Deep Learning Software Engineer: $156,971; Deep Learning Scientist: $123,548; Senior Machine Learning Engineer: $121,960.

Deep Learning Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Deep Learning Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Deep Learning Engineer in Delaware is $126,526 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): $145,242
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,862 to $136,323
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $111,884

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Deep Learning Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,323	$11,360	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,526	$10,544	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,862	$9,905	$2,286	$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): $95,586
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,891
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,805
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $163,350
Expert (over 8 years): $181,740

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$95,586
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$111,891
Deep Lear... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$125,805
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$163,350
AI Engine... Level Deep Learning Engineer	$181,740

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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: $138,332.
California: $137,808.
Massachusetts: $135,971.

District of Columbia $138,332 California $137,808 Massachusetts $135,971 Washington $135,471 New Jersey $135,421 Alaska $135,246 Connecticut $133,522 New York $132,823

Hawaii $130,586 Rhode Island $129,537 Maryland $128,825 Minnesota $127,850 Colorado $127,475 Illinois $127,350 Oregon $126,876 Delaware $126,526

New Hampshire $126,306 Virginia $125,814 Pennsylvania $124,377 Nevada $123,652 North Dakota $123,415 Michigan $123,040 Wisconsin $122,902 Vermont $122,628

Texas $121,866 Maine $121,816 Arizona $121,741 Ohio $121,653 Georgia $120,504 Indiana $119,929 Wyoming $119,817 Utah $119,642

Iowa $119,567 Kansas $118,967 Louisiana $118,792 North Carolina $118,730 Missouri $118,705 Florida $118,217 Montana $117,955 Nebraska $117,705

Kentucky $117,568 South Carolina $117,068 Tennessee $116,755 Idaho $116,631 New Mexico $115,719 Oklahoma $115,519 Alabama $114,781 South Dakota $113,545

Arkansas $112,870 West Virginia $112,508 Mississippi $111,421

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: $130,949
Little Creek: $129,737
Magnolia: $130,274

Lincoln, DE $130,949 Little Creek, DE $129,737 Magnolia, DE $130,274 Milford, DE $130,949 Marydel, DE $129,249 Millsboro, DE $130,949 Millville, DE $131,823 Milton, DE $130,949

Nassau, DE $130,949 Ocean View, DE $131,823 Rehoboth Beach, DE $131,823 Seaford, DE $129,574 Selbyville, DE $131,823 Smyrna, DE $129,099 Viola, DE $130,274 Woodside, DE $129,899

Bear, DE $128,150 Newark, DE $128,200 Claymont, DE $128,300 Delaware City, DE $128,200 Hockessin, DE $128,300 Kirkwood, DE $128,200 Middletown, DE $128,837 Montchanin, DE $128,300

New Castle, DE $128,300 Odessa, DE $129,012 Port Penn, DE $127,850 Rockland, DE $128,300 Saint Georges, DE $128,200 Townsend, DE $128,825 Winterthur, DE $128,300 Lewes, DE $130,949

Wilmington, DE $128,300 Dover, DE $129,674 Dover Afb, DE $129,974 Bethany Beach, DE $131,823 Bethel, DE $129,574 Bridgeville, DE $130,949 Camden Wyoming, DE $129,812 Cheswold, DE $129,374

Clayton, DE $129,049 Dagsboro, DE $131,823 Delmar, DE $129,574 Ellendale, DE $130,949 Felton, DE $130,949 Fenwick Island, DE $131,823 Frankford, DE $131,823 Frederica, DE $130,949

Georgetown, DE $130,949 Greenwood, DE $130,949 Harbeson, DE $130,949 Harrington, DE $130,949 Hartly, DE $128,987 Houston, DE $130,949 Kenton, DE $129,049 Laurel, DE $129,574

Yorklyn, DE $128,300

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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$118,862

Average $126,526/year

$136,323

$9,905

Average $10,544/month

$11,360

$2,286

Average $2,433/week

$2,622

$57

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$136,323	$11,360	$2,622	$66
Average	$126,526	$10,544	$2,433	$61
25th Percentile	$118,862	$9,905	$2,286	$57

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