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

A Data Science Manager's salary grows with experience: starting around $146,755 for beginners, reaching about $148,832 at mid-level, and approach $153,827 for experts.

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

Data Science Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Manager roles are District of Columbia $164,816, California $164,190, Massachusetts $162,002. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Science Manager level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Science: $389,186; Data Science Senior Manager: $194,318; Marketing Data Science Senior Manager: $152,500; Senior Manager of Data Science: $151,534; Product Manager Data Science: $149,003.

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Data Science Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Science Manager make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Manager in Delaware is $150,748 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $72.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $173,924
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $140,046 to $162,880
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $130,302

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Data Science Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,880	$13,573	$3,132	$78
Average	$150,748	$12,562	$2,899	$72
25th Percentile	$140,046	$11,671	$2,693	$67

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Manager Salaries

A Data Science Manager'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 Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Manager'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): $146,755
Early Career (1-2 years): $147,234
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $148,832
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $150,748
Expert (over 8 years): $153,827

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Science Manager	$146,755
Intermediate Level Data Science Manager	$147,234
Senior Level Data Science Manager	$148,832
Specialist Level Data Science Manager	$150,748
Expert Level Data Science Manager	$153,827

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

District of Columbia: $164,816.
California: $164,190.
Massachusetts: $162,002.

District of Columbia $164,816 California $164,190 Massachusetts $162,002 Washington $161,407 New Jersey $161,347 Alaska $161,139 Connecticut $159,085 New York $158,251

Hawaii $155,586 Rhode Island $154,336 Maryland $153,487 Minnesota $152,326 Colorado $151,880 Illinois $151,731 Oregon $151,165 Delaware $150,748

New Hampshire $150,487 Virginia $149,900 Pennsylvania $148,188 Nevada $147,325 North Dakota $147,042 Michigan $146,595 Wisconsin $146,432 Vermont $146,104

Texas $145,196 Maine $145,137 Arizona $145,047 Ohio $144,943 Georgia $143,574 Indiana $142,889 Wyoming $142,755 Utah $142,546

Iowa $142,457 Kansas $141,743 Louisiana $141,534 North Carolina $141,460 Missouri $141,430 Florida $140,849 Montana $140,537 Nebraska $140,239

Kentucky $140,075 South Carolina $139,480 Tennessee $139,108 Idaho $138,959 New Mexico $137,872 Oklahoma $137,634 Alabama $136,756 South Dakota $135,282

Arkansas $134,478 West Virginia $134,047 Mississippi $132,752

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Managers

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: $156,018
Little Creek: $154,574
Magnolia: $155,214

Lincoln, DE $156,018 Little Creek, DE $154,574 Magnolia, DE $155,214 Milford, DE $156,018 Marydel, DE $153,994 Millsboro, DE $156,018 Millville, DE $157,060 Milton, DE $156,018

Nassau, DE $156,018 Ocean View, DE $157,060 Rehoboth Beach, DE $157,060 Seaford, DE $154,381 Selbyville, DE $157,060 Smyrna, DE $153,815 Viola, DE $155,214 Woodside, DE $154,768

Bear, DE $152,684 Newark, DE $152,743 Claymont, DE $152,862 Delaware City, DE $152,743 Hockessin, DE $152,862 Kirkwood, DE $152,743 Middletown, DE $153,502 Montchanin, DE $152,862

New Castle, DE $152,862 Odessa, DE $153,711 Port Penn, DE $152,326 Rockland, DE $152,862 Saint Georges, DE $152,743 Townsend, DE $153,487 Winterthur, DE $152,862 Lewes, DE $156,018

Wilmington, DE $152,862 Dover, DE $154,500 Dover Afb, DE $154,857 Bethany Beach, DE $157,060 Bethel, DE $154,381 Bridgeville, DE $156,018 Camden Wyoming, DE $154,663 Cheswold, DE $154,142

Clayton, DE $153,755 Dagsboro, DE $157,060 Delmar, DE $154,381 Ellendale, DE $156,018 Felton, DE $156,018 Fenwick Island, DE $157,060 Frankford, DE $157,060 Frederica, DE $156,018

Georgetown, DE $156,018 Greenwood, DE $156,018 Harbeson, DE $156,018 Harrington, DE $156,018 Hartly, DE $153,681 Houston, DE $156,018 Kenton, DE $153,755 Laurel, DE $154,381

Yorklyn, DE $152,862

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

Understanding how a Data Science Manager'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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$140,046

Average $150,748/year

$162,880

$11,671

Average $12,562/month

$13,573

$2,693

Average $2,899/week

$3,132

$67

Average $72/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$162,880	$13,573	$3,132	$78
Average	$150,748	$12,562	$2,899	$72
25th Percentile	$140,046	$11,671	$2,693	$67

Data Science Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Data Science Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Science Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $196,786 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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