Data Scientist Salary
technology · United States · 2025
National Median
$125,000
per year
National Salary Data
P10
$78k
Entry level
P25
$98k
Junior
P50
$125k
Median
P75
$158k
Senior
P90
$198k
Top earner
P10
$78,000
P50
$125,000
P90
$198,000
Salary Distribution Chart
City Salary Comparison
| City | P25 | Median | P75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CAHighest | $147,000 | $187,500 | $237,000 |
| New York, NY | $132,300 | $168,750 | $213,300 |
| Seattle, WA | $127,400 | $162,500 | $205,400 |
| Boston, MA | $122,500 | $156,250 | $197,500 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $117,600 | $150,000 | $189,600 |
| Austin, TX | $107,800 | $137,500 | $173,800 |
| Denver, CO | $107,800 | $137,500 | $173,800 |
| Chicago, IL | $102,900 | $131,250 | $165,900 |
| Dallas, TX | $98,000 | $125,000 | $158,000 |
| Miami, FL | $93,100 | $118,750 | $150,100 |
H-1B Average Wage
$122,500
DOL prevailing wage reference for Data Scientist
Source: U.S. Department of Labor H-1B Disclosure Data
Quick Stats
P10–P90 Range$78,000 – $198,000
Interquartile Range$98,000 – $158,000
Top City (SF)$187,500
Industrytechnology
Salary Negotiation Calculator
Based on Data Scientist market data
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Market Median: $125,000
Current
$80,000
Increase
+$45,000
(+56.3%)
Target
$125,000
Negotiation Tips
- Research the market rate thoroughly — you are doing that now!
- Ask for 10-20% above your target to leave room for negotiation.
- Highlight your unique achievements and quantifiable impact.
- Consider the full compensation package: equity, benefits, PTO.
- Practice your pitch out loud before the actual conversation.