Technology
Data Scientist Salary
Builds statistical models and machine learning systems to turn data into decisions.
Low
$92,000
Average
$126,000
High
$165,000
What this role does
- Clean and analyze large datasets
- Build and validate predictive models
- Communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders
- Partner with engineering to deploy models
Education & path in
Bachelor's or master's in statistics, computer science, or a quantitative field
Experience level: Most roles ask for 2+ years; senior roles want 5+
Where it pays best
States that typically pay above the national average for this role: California, New York, Washington, Massachusetts, Illinois. Actual pay depends heavily on metro area, employer size, and cost of living.
Job outlook
Much faster than average
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Figures are editorial estimates as of Jul 1, 2026, not official government statistics. For official data, see the Bureau of Labor Statistics.