What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist I's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Data Scientist 's salary?

A Data Scientist 's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist I (0-2 years)earns $74,956, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $91,731, a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $117,265, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,651, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $179,110,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Scientist I?

Data Scientist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist I roles are District of Columbia $81,765, California $81,454, Massachusetts $80,369. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Chief Data Scientist: $389,000; Top Data Scientist: $388,921; Data Scientist V: $176,463; Data Scientist IV: $131,676; Data Scientist: $116,978.

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Data Scientist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist I make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Scientist I in Delaware is $74,956 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

However, a Data Scientist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,438
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,777 to $82,013
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,062

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Data Scientist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,013	$6,834	$1,577	$39
Average	$74,956	$6,246	$1,441	$36
25th Percentile	$69,777	$5,815	$1,342	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist I Salaries

A Data Scientist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Scientist I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Data Scientist I (0-2 years): $74,956
Data Scientist II (2-4 years): $91,731
Data Scientist III (4-7 years): $117,265
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,651
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $179,110

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist I	0-2 years	$74,956
Data Scientist II	2-4 years	$91,731
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,265
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,651
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$179,110

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How Do Data Scientist I Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Data Scientist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,765.
California: $81,454.
Massachusetts: $80,369.

District of Columbia $81,765 California $81,454 Massachusetts $80,369 Washington $80,073 New Jersey $80,044 Alaska $79,940 Connecticut $78,921 New York $78,508

Hawaii $77,186 Rhode Island $76,566 Maryland $76,145 Minnesota $75,569 Colorado $75,347 Illinois $75,273 Oregon $74,993 Delaware $74,786

New Hampshire $74,656 Virginia $74,365 Pennsylvania $73,516 Nevada $73,087 North Dakota $72,947 Michigan $72,726 Wisconsin $72,644 Vermont $72,482

Texas $72,031 Maine $72,002 Arizona $71,957 Ohio $71,906 Georgia $71,226 Indiana $70,887 Wyoming $70,820 Utah $70,717

Iowa $70,673 Kansas $70,318 Louisiana $70,215 North Carolina $70,178 Missouri $70,163 Florida $69,875 Montana $69,720 Nebraska $69,572

Kentucky $69,491 South Carolina $69,196 Tennessee $69,011 Idaho $68,937 New Mexico $68,398 Oklahoma $68,280 Alabama $67,844 South Dakota $67,113

Arkansas $66,714 West Virginia $66,500 Mississippi $65,858

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $77,400
Little Creek: $76,684
Magnolia: $77,001

Lincoln, DE $77,400 Little Creek, DE $76,684 Magnolia, DE $77,001 Milford, DE $77,400 Marydel, DE $76,396 Millsboro, DE $77,400 Millville, DE $77,917 Milton, DE $77,400

Nassau, DE $77,400 Ocean View, DE $77,917 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,917 Seaford, DE $76,588 Selbyville, DE $77,917 Smyrna, DE $76,307 Viola, DE $77,001 Woodside, DE $76,780

Bear, DE $75,746 Newark, DE $75,775 Claymont, DE $75,835 Delaware City, DE $75,775 Hockessin, DE $75,835 Kirkwood, DE $75,775 Middletown, DE $76,152 Montchanin, DE $75,835

New Castle, DE $75,835 Odessa, DE $76,255 Port Penn, DE $75,569 Rockland, DE $75,835 Saint Georges, DE $75,775 Townsend, DE $76,145 Winterthur, DE $75,835 Lewes, DE $77,400

Wilmington, DE $75,835 Dover, DE $76,647 Dover Afb, DE $76,824 Bethany Beach, DE $77,917 Bethel, DE $76,588 Bridgeville, DE $77,400 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,728 Cheswold, DE $76,470

Clayton, DE $76,278 Dagsboro, DE $77,917 Delmar, DE $76,588 Ellendale, DE $77,400 Felton, DE $77,400 Fenwick Island, DE $77,917 Frankford, DE $77,917 Frederica, DE $77,400

Georgetown, DE $77,400 Greenwood, DE $77,400 Harbeson, DE $77,400 Harrington, DE $77,400 Hartly, DE $76,241 Houston, DE $77,400 Kenton, DE $76,278 Laurel, DE $76,588

Yorklyn, DE $75,835

Data Scientist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Scientist I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$69,777

Average $74,956/year

$82,013

$5,815

Average $6,246/month

$6,834

$1,342

Average $1,441/week

$1,577

$34

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$82,013	$6,834	$1,577	$39
Average	$74,956	$6,246	$1,441	$36
25th Percentile	$69,777	$5,815	$1,342	$34

Data Scientist I Salary Growth & Career Path

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