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ML / AI Engineers in New York earn $150K–$205K. Median: $173K. Based on 151 public job postings (2025–2026).
Median: $173K · Based on 151 public job postings · Updated July 1, 2026
This ML / AI Engineer salary benchmark for New York is built from public job postings at high-growth and AI-native companies — no private placement data. Figures reflect base salary and are refreshed as new postings are collected.
New York ML / AI Engineer pay runs 8% below the national median.
ML / AI Engineers are machine-learning and AI engineers who build, train, and ship models into production. This benchmark reflects Mid-level base compensation for New York-based roles at high-growth and AI-native companies.
What is the average ML / AI Engineer salary in New York?
The median pay is $173K, with a typical range of $150K–$205K, based on 151 public New York job postings collected in 2025–2026.
How does New York compare to the national ML / AI Engineer salary?
The national median is $189K; New York is shown above.
Where does this data come from?
Public job postings on company career pages — no private placement or client data. Minimum 15 New York postings.
Posted-range midpoints (USD) aggregated from 151 public job postings located in New York (2025–2026). Range = 25th–75th percentile; median = 50th percentile. Equity is excluded. At least 15 New York postings required to publish. Last refreshed July 1, 2026.
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