What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist IV'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 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, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $185,427,

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

Data Scientist IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist IV roles are District of Columbia $145,792, California $145,239, Massachusetts $143,303. 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; Principal Data Scientist: $180,947; Data Scientist Economist: $177,872; Data Scientist V: $176,463.

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Data Scientist IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist IV make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Scientist IV in Delaware is $133,651 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $153,259
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,924 to $143,915
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,799

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Data Scientist IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,915	$11,993	$2,768	$69
Average	$133,651	$11,138	$2,570	$64
25th Percentile	$126,924	$10,577	$2,441	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist IV Salaries

A Data Scientist IV'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 IV'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 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
Data Scientist VI (10-12 years): $185,427

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Data Scientist VI	10-12 years	$185,427

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How Do Data Scientist IV 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 IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $145,792.
California: $145,239.
Massachusetts: $143,303.

District of Columbia $145,792 California $145,239 Massachusetts $143,303 Washington $142,776 New Jersey $142,724 Alaska $142,539 Connecticut $140,722 New York $139,985

Hawaii $137,628 Rhode Island $136,522 Maryland $135,771 Minnesota $134,744 Colorado $134,349 Illinois $134,217 Oregon $133,717 Delaware $133,348

New Hampshire $133,117 Virginia $132,598 Pennsylvania $131,083 Nevada $130,320 North Dakota $130,070 Michigan $129,675 Wisconsin $129,530 Vermont $129,240

Texas $128,437 Maine $128,384 Arizona $128,305 Ohio $128,213 Georgia $127,002 Indiana $126,396 Wyoming $126,277 Utah $126,093

Iowa $126,014 Kansas $125,382 Louisiana $125,198 North Carolina $125,132 Missouri $125,105 Florida $124,592 Montana $124,315 Nebraska $124,052

Kentucky $123,907 South Carolina $123,380 Tennessee $123,051 Idaho $122,920 New Mexico $121,958 Oklahoma $121,748 Alabama $120,971 South Dakota $119,667

Arkansas $118,956 West Virginia $118,574 Mississippi $117,429

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist IVs

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: $138,010
Little Creek: $136,732
Magnolia: $137,299

Lincoln, DE $138,010 Little Creek, DE $136,732 Magnolia, DE $137,299 Milford, DE $138,010 Marydel, DE $136,219 Millsboro, DE $138,010 Millville, DE $138,931 Milton, DE $138,010

Nassau, DE $138,010 Ocean View, DE $138,931 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,931 Seaford, DE $136,561 Selbyville, DE $138,931 Smyrna, DE $136,061 Viola, DE $137,299 Woodside, DE $136,904

Bear, DE $135,060 Newark, DE $135,113 Claymont, DE $135,218 Delaware City, DE $135,113 Hockessin, DE $135,218 Kirkwood, DE $135,113 Middletown, DE $135,784 Montchanin, DE $135,218

New Castle, DE $135,218 Odessa, DE $135,969 Port Penn, DE $134,744 Rockland, DE $135,218 Saint Georges, DE $135,113 Townsend, DE $135,771 Winterthur, DE $135,218 Lewes, DE $138,010

Wilmington, DE $135,218 Dover, DE $136,667 Dover Afb, DE $136,983 Bethany Beach, DE $138,931 Bethel, DE $136,561 Bridgeville, DE $138,010 Camden Wyoming, DE $136,811 Cheswold, DE $136,350

Clayton, DE $136,008 Dagsboro, DE $138,931 Delmar, DE $136,561 Ellendale, DE $138,010 Felton, DE $138,010 Fenwick Island, DE $138,931 Frankford, DE $138,931 Frederica, DE $138,010

Georgetown, DE $138,010 Greenwood, DE $138,010 Harbeson, DE $138,010 Harrington, DE $138,010 Hartly, DE $135,942 Houston, DE $138,010 Kenton, DE $136,008 Laurel, DE $136,561

Yorklyn, DE $135,218

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist IV'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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$126,924

Average $133,651/year

$143,915

$10,577

Average $11,138/month

$11,993

$2,441

Average $2,570/week

$2,768

$61

Average $64/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,915	$11,993	$2,768	$69
Average	$133,651	$11,138	$2,570	$64
25th Percentile	$126,924	$10,577	$2,441	$61

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