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

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

How does experience change A Lead Data Scientist's salary?

A Lead Data Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $117,863, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $134,333, a Lead Data Scientist (7-10 years)earns $180,023, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $186,373, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $120,611,

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

Lead Data Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Data Scientist roles are District of Columbia $196,940, California $196,193, Massachusetts $193,578. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Data Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Lead Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Top Data Scientist: $388,921; Data Scientist V: $176,463; Weather Scientist: $135,900; Atmospheric Scientist: $135,880; Data Scientist/Analytics, Senior Specialist: $131,700.

Lead Data Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Data Scientist make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Data Scientist in Delaware is $180,540 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $199,312
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $168,719 to $190,366
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,957

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Lead Data Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,366	$15,864	$3,661	$92
Average	$180,540	$15,045	$3,472	$87
25th Percentile	$168,719	$14,060	$3,245	$81

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Data Scientist Salaries

A Lead Data Scientist'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 Lead Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Data Scientist'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): $117,863
Early Career (1-2 years): $134,333
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $180,023
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $186,373
Expert (over 8 years): $120,611

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Lead Data Scientist	$117,863
Data Scie... Level Lead Data Scientist	$134,333
Lead Data... Level Lead Data Scientist	$180,023
Data Scie... Level Lead Data Scientist	$186,373
Data Scie... Level Lead Data Scientist	$120,611

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

District of Columbia: $196,940.
California: $196,193.
Massachusetts: $193,578.

District of Columbia $196,940 California $196,193 Massachusetts $193,578 Washington $192,867 New Jersey $192,796 Alaska $192,547 Connecticut $190,092 New York $189,096

Hawaii $185,912 Rhode Island $184,418 Maryland $183,404 Minnesota $182,017 Colorado $181,483 Illinois $181,305 Oregon $180,629 Delaware $180,131

New Hampshire $179,818 Virginia $179,117 Pennsylvania $177,072 Nevada $176,040 North Dakota $175,702 Michigan $175,168 Wisconsin $174,973 Vermont $174,582

Texas $173,496 Maine $173,425 Arizona $173,319 Ohio $173,194 Georgia $171,558 Indiana $170,739 Wyoming $170,579 Utah $170,330

Iowa $170,224 Kansas $169,370 Louisiana $169,121 North Carolina $169,032 Missouri $168,996 Florida $168,303 Montana $167,929 Nebraska $167,573

Kentucky $167,378 South Carolina $166,666 Tennessee $166,222 Idaho $166,044 New Mexico $164,745 Oklahoma $164,461 Alabama $163,411 South Dakota $161,650

Arkansas $160,690 West Virginia $160,174 Mississippi $158,626

Top Paying Cities for Lead Data Scientists

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: $186,428
Little Creek: $184,702
Magnolia: $185,467

Lincoln, DE $186,428 Little Creek, DE $184,702 Magnolia, DE $185,467 Milford, DE $186,428 Marydel, DE $184,009 Millsboro, DE $186,428 Millville, DE $187,673 Milton, DE $186,428

Nassau, DE $186,428 Ocean View, DE $187,673 Rehoboth Beach, DE $187,673 Seaford, DE $184,471 Selbyville, DE $187,673 Smyrna, DE $183,795 Viola, DE $185,467 Woodside, DE $184,934

Bear, DE $182,443 Newark, DE $182,515 Claymont, DE $182,657 Delaware City, DE $182,515 Hockessin, DE $182,657 Kirkwood, DE $182,515 Middletown, DE $183,422 Montchanin, DE $182,657

New Castle, DE $182,657 Odessa, DE $183,671 Port Penn, DE $182,017 Rockland, DE $182,657 Saint Georges, DE $182,515 Townsend, DE $183,404 Winterthur, DE $182,657 Lewes, DE $186,428

Wilmington, DE $182,657 Dover, DE $184,614 Dover Afb, DE $185,040 Bethany Beach, DE $187,673 Bethel, DE $184,471 Bridgeville, DE $186,428 Camden Wyoming, DE $184,809 Cheswold, DE $184,187

Clayton, DE $183,724 Dagsboro, DE $187,673 Delmar, DE $184,471 Ellendale, DE $186,428 Felton, DE $186,428 Fenwick Island, DE $187,673 Frankford, DE $187,673 Frederica, DE $186,428

Georgetown, DE $186,428 Greenwood, DE $186,428 Harbeson, DE $186,428 Harrington, DE $186,428 Hartly, DE $183,635 Houston, DE $186,428 Kenton, DE $183,724 Laurel, DE $184,471

Yorklyn, DE $182,657

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

Understanding how a Lead Data Scientist'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

$168,719

Average $180,540/year

$190,366

$14,060

Average $15,045/month

$15,864

$3,245

Average $3,472/week

$3,661

$81

Average $87/hour

$92

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,366	$15,864	$3,661	$92
Average	$180,540	$15,045	$3,472	$87
25th Percentile	$168,719	$14,060	$3,245	$81

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