Data Scientists Salary (2025)
Based on 262,440 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $67,240 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $85,660 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $120,230 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $158,880 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $199,130 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$67K
25th
$86K
Median
$120K
75th
$159K
90th
$199K
Highest Paying States for Data Scientists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $158,040 |
| California | $156,000 |
| Maryland | $144,080 |
| District of Columbia | $142,580 |
| New Jersey | $138,590 |
| New York | $137,690 |
| Massachusetts | $136,460 |
| Virginia | $134,590 |
| Oregon | $131,300 |
| Connecticut | $129,850 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Data Scientists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $158,040 per year, while Connecticut has an average of $129,850 — a difference of $28,190. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Data Scientists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 262,440 workers were employed as Data Scientistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Computer and Mathematical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $126,800 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 15-2051