"Artificial technology has pervaded into nearly all sectors, impacting everything from the workforce to education and dating. While historically tech jobs have been centered in hubs like San Francisco, the rise of remote work has caused that to change, with more lucrative opportunities being available in lower-cost-of-living states."
"Montana topped the list with an average yearly AI job salary of $223,288, more than double the national average. Alaska, New York and Massachusetts also boasted high salaries, offering both entry-level and senior professionals six figures. Alaska AI jobs offered $148,000 roughly in salary, while New York's average was around $141,000. The three states with the most AI positions open, however, were Louisiana, Wyoming and Illinois. Of those listed, 65 percent were on-site, 25 percent were hybrid and 10 percent were remote. The top paying AI roles were machine learning engineers, AI research scientists and NLP specialists."
"Some of the biggest tech firms have shifted operations to other states for one simple reason: taxes and growth. Add in the rise of remote work, and you no longer need to be in Silicon Valley to build or work in AI. Talent can live anywhere now, and companies are following that trend."
AI job opportunities and salaries have spread beyond traditional tech hubs, with several lower-cost states offering lucrative roles. Montana leads with an average AI salary of $223,288, while Alaska, New York and Massachusetts also offer six-figure pay for both entry-level and senior positions. Louisiana, Wyoming and Illinois have the most open AI roles. Most listings are on-site (65%), with hybrid at 25% and remote at 10%. Top-paying roles include machine learning engineers, AI research scientists and NLP specialists. Job listings frequently seek familiarity with generative AI platforms such as Claude, Cursor and Anthropic.
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