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How much does Data Scientists make?
Total pay range
$164K - $268K/yr
$208K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$112K - $172K/yrBase pay
$52K - $97K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202528 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Research & Science?
Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Frequently asked questions about Data scientists salaries
The average salary for Data scientists is $207,956 per year or $100 per hour, with top earners making up to $334,314 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $164,107 (25th percentile) to $268,457 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 28 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Data scientists employees.
The highest salary for Data scientists is $268,457 per year, $22,371 per month or $129 per hour.
The lowest salary for Data scientists is $164,107 per year, $13,676 per month or $79 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Data scientists ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $156,940 per year (estimate) and goes up to $300,568 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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