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 $207,947 per year or $100 per hour, with top earners making up to $334,315 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $164,096 (25th percentile) to $268,453 (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 $268,453 per year, $22,371 per month or $129 per hour.
The lowest salary for Data scientists is $164,096 per year, $13,675 per month or $79 per hour.
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