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Machine Learning Engineer Salary in Austin

Base salary bands for machine learning engineer roles in Austin, adjusted from the national US reference band using a local market multiplier of 97%.

25th percentile
$154k
Median
$196k
75th percentile
$251k
90th percentile
$318k

Cost-of-living adjusted

$191k

Equivalent purchasing power at US national average cost of living

Rent burden

10.9%

Median annual rent as a share of median gross pay

Estimated openings

70

Active openings estimate for this role in Austin

By level

Machine Learning Engineer pay by level in Austin

LevelP25MedianP90
Entry$115k$138k$189k
Mid$154k$186k$260k
Senior$206k$251k$367k
Staff$270k$332k$536k

FAQ

Common questions

What is the average Machine Learning Engineer salary in Austin?

The median machine learning engineer salary in Austin is $196k, with a typical range of $154k to $318k depending on level and company.

How far does a Machine Learning Engineer salary go in Austin?

Adjusted for local cost of living, the median machine learning engineer salary in Austin is equivalent to about $191k of US-national purchasing power. Median rent takes up roughly 10.9% of gross pay.

How many Machine Learning Engineer openings are there in Austin?

We estimate around 70 active machine learning engineer openings in Austin at any given time, scaled from the city's overall market size and hiring demand for this role.