ML Researcher Salary in Fort Smith, AR

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How much does a ML Researcher make in Fort Smith, AR?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a ML Researcher in Fort Smith, AR is $123,367. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $114,511 to $134,872, with most professionals earning between $106,449 and $145,347.

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What is a ML Researcher?

As an ML (Machine Learning) Researcher, your primary responsibility is to conduct research and develop new algorithms and models to improve machine learning systems. You will be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field, designing and implementing experiments, and analyzing and interpreting data to make recommendations for improvements. Additionally, you will collaborate with a team of engineers and data scientists to integrate your research findings into practical applications and products. Strong programming skills, a deep understanding of statistical and mathematical concepts, and a passion for innovation are essential for success in this role.

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Average Salary Range for ML Researcher in Fort Smith, AR

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What is the average salary for ML Researcher in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of ML Researcher in Fort Smith, AR. The base salary for ML Researcher ranges from $114,511 to $134,872 with the average base salary of $123,367. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $119,833 to $145,969 with the average total cash compensation of $131,650.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $123,367 $114,511 - $134,872
Bonus $8,283 $5,321 - $11,097
Total Pay $131,650 $119,833 - $145,969
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

ML Researcher Salary Near Fort Smith, AR

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Fayetteville, AR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,497 - $140,744 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Springdale, AR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $119,497 - $140,744 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Muskogee, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $123,746 - $145,748 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Rogers, AR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,789 - $139,910 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Bentonville, AR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $118,553 - $139,632 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
CITY, STATE Broken Arrow, OK AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $124,533 - $146,675 COMPARE TO Fort Smith, AR
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About Fort Smith, Arkansas    Fort Smith is the second-largest city in Arkansas and one of the two county seats of Sebastian County. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 86,20....More

Fort Smith, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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