AI Engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a AI Engineer make in United States of America?

$130,175/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average AI Engineer in United States of America is $130,175 per year or $65.88 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $101,875 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $178,780 per year.

Median$130,175

Low$101,875

High$178,780

AI Engineer: Average Salary in United States of America

California$135,046

Maryland$130,496

Virginia$127,123

Washington$124,113

Massachusetts$112,134

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