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

A Data Science Lead's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $187,986, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $121,655, a Data Science Lead (12+ years)earns $153,174, a Data Science Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $199,955, a Data Science Director (12+ years)earns $243,702,

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

Data Science Lead salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Lead roles are District of Columbia $164,927, California $164,301, Massachusetts $162,111. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Science Lead level roles vary by specialization: Head of Data Science: $388,930; Data Science Director: $194,318; Data Science Team Lead: $176,208; Data Science Consultant: $150,693; Data Science Engineer: $150,693.

Data Science Lead Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Science Lead make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Data Science Lead in Delaware is $151,193 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,478
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,466 to $162,858
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,700

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Data Science Lead Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,858	$13,571	$3,132	$78
Average	$151,193	$12,599	$2,908	$73
25th Percentile	$140,466	$11,705	$2,701	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Lead Salaries

A Data Science Lead'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 Lead Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Lead'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): $187,986
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,655
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,174
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,955
Expert (over 8 years): $243,702

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Science Lead	$187,986
Data Scie... Level Data Science Lead	$121,655
Data Scie... Level Data Science Lead	$153,174
Data Scie... Level Data Science Lead	$199,955
Data Scie... Level Data Science Lead	$243,702

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

District of Columbia: $164,927.
California: $164,301.
Massachusetts: $162,111.

District of Columbia $164,927 California $164,301 Massachusetts $162,111 Washington $161,516 New Jersey $161,456 Alaska $161,247 Connecticut $159,192 New York $158,358

Hawaii $155,691 Rhode Island $154,440 Maryland $153,591 Minnesota $152,429 Colorado $151,982 Illinois $151,833 Oregon $151,267 Delaware $150,850

New Hampshire $150,588 Virginia $150,001 Pennsylvania $148,288 Nevada $147,424 North Dakota $147,141 Michigan $146,694 Wisconsin $146,530 Vermont $146,203

Texas $145,294 Maine $145,234 Arizona $145,145 Ohio $145,041 Georgia $143,670 Indiana $142,985 Wyoming $142,851 Utah $142,643

Iowa $142,553 Kansas $141,838 Louisiana $141,630 North Carolina $141,555 Missouri $141,525 Florida $140,944 Montana $140,632 Nebraska $140,334

Kentucky $140,170 South Carolina $139,574 Tennessee $139,202 Idaho $139,053 New Mexico $137,965 Oklahoma $137,727 Alabama $136,848 South Dakota $135,373

Arkansas $134,569 West Virginia $134,137 Mississippi $132,841

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Leads

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: $156,123
Little Creek: $154,678
Magnolia: $155,319

Lincoln, DE $156,123 Little Creek, DE $154,678 Magnolia, DE $155,319 Milford, DE $156,123 Marydel, DE $154,097 Millsboro, DE $156,123 Millville, DE $157,166 Milton, DE $156,123

Nassau, DE $156,123 Ocean View, DE $157,166 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,166 Seaford, DE $154,485 Selbyville, DE $157,166 Smyrna, DE $153,919 Viola, DE $155,319 Woodside, DE $154,872

Bear, DE $152,787 Newark, DE $152,846 Claymont, DE $152,965 Delaware City, DE $152,846 Hockessin, DE $152,965 Kirkwood, DE $152,846 Middletown, DE $153,606 Montchanin, DE $152,965

New Castle, DE $152,965 Odessa, DE $153,814 Port Penn, DE $152,429 Rockland, DE $152,965 Saint Georges, DE $152,846 Townsend, DE $153,591 Winterthur, DE $152,965 Lewes, DE $156,123

Wilmington, DE $152,965 Dover, DE $154,604 Dover Afb, DE $154,961 Bethany Beach, DE $157,166 Bethel, DE $154,485 Bridgeville, DE $156,123 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,768 Cheswold, DE $154,246

Clayton, DE $153,859 Dagsboro, DE $157,166 Delmar, DE $154,485 Ellendale, DE $156,123 Felton, DE $156,123 Fenwick Island, DE $157,166 Frankford, DE $157,166 Frederica, DE $156,123

Georgetown, DE $156,123 Greenwood, DE $156,123 Harbeson, DE $156,123 Harrington, DE $156,123 Hartly, DE $153,785 Houston, DE $156,123 Kenton, DE $153,859 Laurel, DE $154,485

Yorklyn, DE $152,965

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

Understanding how a Data Science Lead'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

$140,466

Average $151,193/year

$162,858

$11,705

Average $12,599/month

$13,571

$2,701

Average $2,908/week

$3,132

$68

Average $73/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,858	$13,571	$3,132	$78
Average	$151,193	$12,599	$2,908	$73
25th Percentile	$140,466	$11,705	$2,701	$68

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