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

A Data Specialist's salary grows with experience: a Data Specialist (0-1 years)earns $49,539, a Transaction Processing Assistant II (1-3 years)earns $53,727, a Transaction Processing Assistant III (3-5 years)earns $60,164, a Transaction Processing Assistant IV (5-7 years)earns $69,421, a Transaction Processing Supervisor (7+ years)earns $93,837,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Specialist?

Data Specialist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Specialist roles are District of Columbia $49,998, California $49,808, Massachusetts $49,145. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Data Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Data Integration Specialist: $159,967; Data & Analytics Specialist: $124,682; Product Data Specialist: $123,376; Data Governance Specialist: $70,100; Billing Data Specialist: $63,162.

Data Specialist Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Data Specialist make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Specialist in District of Columbia is $50,260 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $63,301
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,212 to $57,086
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,526

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Data Specialist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,086	$4,757	$1,098	$27
Average	$50,260	$4,188	$967	$24
25th Percentile	$46,212	$3,851	$889	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Data Specialist Salaries

A Data Specialist'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 Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Specialist'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $49,539
Early Career (1-2 years): $53,727
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,164
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $69,421
Expert (over 8 years): $93,837

Levels	Salary
Data Spec... Level Data Specialist	$49,539
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$53,727
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$60,164
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$69,421
Transacti... Level Data Specialist	$93,837

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How Do Data Specialist 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 Specialists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $49,998.
California: $49,808.
Massachusetts: $49,145.

District of Columbia $49,998 California $49,808 Massachusetts $49,145 Washington $48,964 New Jersey $48,946 Alaska $48,883 Connecticut $48,260 New York $48,007

Hawaii $47,198 Rhode Island $46,819 Maryland $46,562 Minnesota $46,209 Colorado $46,074 Illinois $46,029 Oregon $45,857 Delaware $45,731

New Hampshire $45,651 Virginia $45,473 Pennsylvania $44,954 Nevada $44,692 North Dakota $44,606 Michigan $44,471 Wisconsin $44,421 Vermont $44,322

Texas $44,046 Maine $44,028 Arizona $44,001 Ohio $43,970 Georgia $43,554 Indiana $43,346 Wyoming $43,306 Utah $43,243

Iowa $43,216 Kansas $42,999 Louisiana $42,936 North Carolina $42,913 Missouri $42,904 Florida $42,728 Montana $42,633 Nebraska $42,543

Kentucky $42,493 South Carolina $42,312 Tennessee $42,199 Idaho $42,154 New Mexico $41,825 Oklahoma $41,752 Alabama $41,486 South Dakota $41,039

Arkansas $40,795 West Virginia $40,664 Mississippi $40,271

Top Paying Cities for Data Specialists

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:

Parcel Return Service: $49,998
Washington: $49,998
Naval Anacost Annex: $49,998

Parcel Return Service, DC $49,998 Washington, DC $49,998 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $49,998 Washington Navy Yard, DC $49,998

Data Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Specialist'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.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$46,212

Average $50,260/year

$57,086

$3,851

Average $4,188/month

$4,757

$889

Average $967/week

$1,098

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,086	$4,757	$1,098	$27
Average	$50,260	$4,188	$967	$24
25th Percentile	$46,212	$3,851	$889	$22

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