Data Scientist salary in the United States

How much does a Data Scientist make in the United States?

Median base salary

Government data

$120,230

Median $120,230

Low $67,240High $199,130

Based on 262,440 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in United States (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile: $67,240
25th percentile: $85,660
75th percentile: $158,880
90th percentile: $199,130

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