Data Scientist Salary in 2026

Based on 55 salary-transparent job listings

$18,334 /year avg

Salary Range

Low

$125

Average

$18,334

High

$250,000

Avg: $18,334
$125$250,000

25th Percentile

$9,230

Median

$125,063

75th Percentile

$134,167

Job Count

55

Salary Distribution

$0 - $30K
47
$30K - $50K
2
$75K - $100K
2
$100K - $150K
1
$150K+
3

Data Scientist Salary by Experience Level

Experience Avg. Salary Listings
Mid Level $18,334 55

Data Scientist Salary by City

City Avg. Salary Listings
Harvey $102,500 1
San Jose $80,000 1
San Francisco $75,000 1
Irving $47,500 1
Portland $45,000 1
New York $250 1
Berkeley $225 1
Boston $225 2
Palo Alto $225 1
San Diego $225 1

Data Scientist Salary by Employment Type

Full-Time

$18,334

55 listings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Data Scientist salary?

The average Data Scientist salary is $18,334 per year based on 55 job listings on Jobs Near Me. Salaries range from $125 to $250,000.

What is the highest paying city for Data Scientist?

The highest paying city for Data Scientist roles is Harvey with an average salary of $102,500.

How much does an entry level Data Scientist make?

Entry level salary data for Data Scientist is being collected. The overall average for this role is $18,334.

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