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

A Data Science Director's salary grows with experience: a Data Science Manager (5+ years)earns $150,748, a Data Science Senior Manager (5+ years)earns $196,786, a Data Science Director (5+ years)earns $239,962, a VP of Data Science (5+ years)earns $312,297, an SVP of Data Science (5+ years)earns $394,258,

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

Data Science Director salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Director roles are District of Columbia $262,354, California $261,359, Massachusetts $257,876. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Science Director level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Science: $389,314; VP of Data Science: $308,381; Associate Director of Data Science: $200,778; Data Science Senior Manager: $194,318; Associate Director Data Science: $193,518.

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Data Science Director Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Science Director make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Director in Delaware is $239,962 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $115.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $280,154
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $217,804 to $261,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $197,631

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Data Science Director Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$261,000	$21,750	$5,019	$125
Average	$239,962	$19,997	$4,615	$115
25th Percentile	$217,804	$18,150	$4,189	$105

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Director Salaries

A Data Science Director'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 Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Director'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:

Data Science Manager (5+ years): $150,748
Data Science Senior Manager (5+ years): $196,786
Data Science Director (5+ years): $239,962
VP of Data Science (5+ years): $312,297
SVP of Data Science (5+ years): $394,258

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Science Manager	5+ years	$150,748
Data Science Senior Manager	5+ years	$196,786
Data Science Director	5+ years	$239,962
VP of Data Science	5+ years	$312,297
SVP of Data Science	5+ years	$394,258

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

District of Columbia: $262,354.
California: $261,359.
Massachusetts: $257,876.

District of Columbia $262,354 California $261,359 Massachusetts $257,876 Washington $256,928 New Jersey $256,833 Alaska $256,502 Connecticut $253,232 New York $251,905

Hawaii $247,663 Rhode Island $245,673 Maryland $244,322 Minnesota $242,474 Colorado $241,763 Illinois $241,526 Oregon $240,626 Delaware $239,962

New Hampshire $239,545 Virginia $238,612 Pennsylvania $235,887 Nevada $234,512 North Dakota $234,062 Michigan $233,351 Wisconsin $233,091 Vermont $232,569

Texas $231,124 Maine $231,029 Arizona $230,887 Ohio $230,721 Georgia $228,541 Indiana $227,451 Wyoming $227,238 Utah $226,906

Iowa $226,764 Kansas $225,627 Louisiana $225,295 North Carolina $225,176 Missouri $225,129 Florida $224,205 Montana $223,707 Nebraska $223,233

Kentucky $222,973 South Carolina $222,025 Tennessee $221,433 Idaho $221,196 New Mexico $219,466 Oklahoma $219,087 Alabama $217,689 South Dakota $215,343

Arkansas $214,063 West Virginia $213,376 Mississippi $211,315

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Directors

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: $248,350
Little Creek: $246,052
Magnolia: $247,071

Lincoln, DE $248,350 Little Creek, DE $246,052 Magnolia, DE $247,071 Milford, DE $248,350 Marydel, DE $245,128 Millsboro, DE $248,350 Millville, DE $250,009 Milton, DE $248,350

Nassau, DE $248,350 Ocean View, DE $250,009 Rehoboth Beach, DE $250,009 Seaford, DE $245,744 Selbyville, DE $250,009 Smyrna, DE $244,844 Viola, DE $247,071 Woodside, DE $246,360

Bear, DE $243,043 Newark, DE $243,137 Claymont, DE $243,327 Delaware City, DE $243,137 Hockessin, DE $243,327 Kirkwood, DE $243,137 Middletown, DE $244,346 Montchanin, DE $243,327

New Castle, DE $243,327 Odessa, DE $244,678 Port Penn, DE $242,474 Rockland, DE $243,327 Saint Georges, DE $243,137 Townsend, DE $244,322 Winterthur, DE $243,327 Lewes, DE $248,350

Wilmington, DE $243,327 Dover, DE $245,934 Dover Afb, DE $246,502 Bethany Beach, DE $250,009 Bethel, DE $245,744 Bridgeville, DE $248,350 Camden Wyoming, DE $246,194 Cheswold, DE $245,365

Clayton, DE $244,749 Dagsboro, DE $250,009 Delmar, DE $245,744 Ellendale, DE $248,350 Felton, DE $248,350 Fenwick Island, DE $250,009 Frankford, DE $250,009 Frederica, DE $248,350

Georgetown, DE $248,350 Greenwood, DE $248,350 Harbeson, DE $248,350 Harrington, DE $248,350 Hartly, DE $244,630 Houston, DE $248,350 Kenton, DE $244,749 Laurel, DE $245,744

Yorklyn, DE $243,327

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

Understanding how a Data Science Director'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.

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$217,804

Average $239,962/year

$261,000

$18,150

Average $19,997/month

$21,750

$4,189

Average $4,615/week

$5,019

$105

Average $115/hour

$125

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$261,000	$21,750	$5,019	$125
Average	$239,962	$19,997	$4,615	$115
25th Percentile	$217,804	$18,150	$4,189	$105

Data Science Director Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Science Director, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the VP of Data Science role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $312,297 - a projected growth of 30% over your current level.

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