AR/VR Engineer Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$145,000
national median salary
$113,000 to $189,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$204,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$151,000
Los Angeles, CA
Lowest Paying
$112,000
Jackson, MS
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026. Baseline derived from BLS SOC 15-1252. Full methodology.
The average AR/VR Engineer salary in the United States is $145,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $113,000 at the 25th percentile to $189,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $204,000, while Los Angeles offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
AR/VR Engineer salary by city
Skills that increase AR/VR Engineer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for AR/VR Engineers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $20,300 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote AR/VR Engineers typically earn $131,000 (10% less than on-site). This reflects location-adjusted pay policies at companies using geographic salary bands. Some companies pay flat national rates regardless of location.
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