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

A Data Science Developer's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist I (0-2 years)earns $77,606, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $94,974, a Data Science Developer (4-7 years)earns $121,411, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $138,377, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $185,443,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Science Developer?

Data Science Developer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Developer roles are District of Columbia $127,865, California $127,380, Massachusetts $125,682. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Science Developer roles make?

Salaries for Data Science Developer level roles vary by specialization: Head of Data Science: $388,930; Data Science Director: $194,318; Data Science Consultant: $150,693; Data Science Engineer: $150,693; Data Science Manager: $148,856.

Data Science Developer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Science Developer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Science Developer in Rhode Island is $120,566 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,915
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,012 to $130,171
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,404

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Data Science Developer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,171	$10,848	$2,503	$63
Average	$120,566	$10,047	$2,319	$58
25th Percentile	$110,012	$9,168	$2,116	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Developer Salaries

A Data Science Developer'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 Science Developer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Developer'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): $77,606
Early Career (1-2 years): $94,974
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,411
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $138,377
Expert (over 8 years): $185,443

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Science Developer	$77,606
Data Scie... Level Data Science Developer	$94,974
Data Scie... Level Data Science Developer	$121,411
Data Scie... Level Data Science Developer	$138,377
Data Scie... Level Data Science Developer	$185,443

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How Do Data Science Developer 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 Science Developers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $127,865.
California: $127,380.
Massachusetts: $125,682.

District of Columbia $127,865 California $127,380 Massachusetts $125,682 Washington $125,220 New Jersey $125,174 Alaska $125,012 Connecticut $123,419 New York $122,772

Hawaii $120,705 Rhode Island $119,735 Maryland $119,077 Minnesota $118,176 Colorado $117,829 Illinois $117,714 Oregon $117,275 Delaware $116,952

New Hampshire $116,748 Virginia $116,293 Pennsylvania $114,965 Nevada $114,295 North Dakota $114,076 Michigan $113,730 Wisconsin $113,603 Vermont $113,349

Texas $112,644 Maine $112,598 Arizona $112,529 Ohio $112,448 Georgia $111,385 Indiana $110,854 Wyoming $110,750 Utah $110,588

Iowa $110,519 Kansas $109,965 Louisiana $109,803 North Carolina $109,745 Missouri $109,722 Florida $109,272 Montana $109,029 Nebraska $108,798

Kentucky $108,671 South Carolina $108,209 Tennessee $107,921 Idaho $107,805 New Mexico $106,962 Oklahoma $106,777 Alabama $106,096 South Dakota $104,953

Arkansas $104,329 West Virginia $103,994 Mississippi $102,990

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Developers

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:

Adamsville: $121,698
Albion: $119,677
Ashaway: $122,160

Adamsville, RI $121,698 Albion, RI $119,677 Ashaway, RI $122,160 Barrington, RI $119,677 Block Island, RI $121,525 Bradford, RI $122,079 Bristol, RI $119,562 Carolina, RI $121,086

Charlestown, RI $121,213 Chepachet, RI $119,446 Clayville, RI $119,562 Coventry, RI $119,446 West Greenwich, RI $119,365 East Greenwich, RI $119,527 Exeter, RI $122,079 Fiskeville, RI $119,677

Forestdale, RI $119,562 Foster, RI $119,365 Glendale, RI $119,365 Greene, RI $120,705 Greenville, RI $119,677 Harmony, RI $119,642 Harrisville, RI $119,446 Hope, RI $119,677

Hope Valley, RI $122,160 Hopkinton, RI $122,195 Jamestown, RI $120,971 Kenyon, RI $122,045 Little Compton, RI $121,652 Manville, RI $119,677 Mapleville, RI $119,365 Newport, RI $120,994

Middletown, RI $121,502 North Kingstown, RI $119,331 North Scituate, RI $119,642 Oakland, RI $119,481 Pascoag, RI $119,411 Pawtucket, RI $119,677 Central Falls, RI $119,677 Cumberland, RI $119,677

Lincoln, RI $119,677 Portsmouth, RI $120,509 Prudence Island, RI $119,446 Rockville, RI $122,195 Saunderstown, RI $121,040 Shannock, RI $122,010 Slatersville, RI $119,562 Slocum, RI $121,040

Tiverton, RI $121,733 Wakefield, RI $120,913 Kingston, RI $120,936 Narragansett, RI $120,959 Peace Dale, RI $120,913 Warren, RI $119,642 Warwick, RI $119,677 Westerly, RI $122,229

West Kingston, RI $121,005 West Warwick, RI $119,677 Wood River Junction, RI $122,079 Woonsocket, RI $119,562 North Smithfield, RI $119,642 Wyoming, RI $122,045 Providence, RI $119,677 Cranston, RI $119,677

North Providence, RI $119,677 East Providence, RI $119,677 Riverside, RI $119,677 Rumford, RI $119,677 Smithfield, RI $119,677 Johnston, RI $119,677

Data Science Developer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Science Developer'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

$110,012

Average $120,566/year

$130,171

$9,168

Average $10,047/month

$10,848

$2,116

Average $2,319/week

$2,503

$53

Average $58/hour

$63

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$130,171	$10,848	$2,503	$63
Average	$120,566	$10,047	$2,319	$58
25th Percentile	$110,012	$9,168	$2,116	$53

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