What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist I'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 Scientist 's salary?

A Data Scientist 's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist I (0-2 years)earns $74,779, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $91,509, a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $117,002, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,346, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,732,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Scientist I?

Data Scientist I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist I roles are District of Columbia $81,757, California $81,447, Massachusetts $80,361. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Data Scientist IV: $131,674; Data Scientist: $118,404; Biotech Research Scientist I: $106,000; Life Sciences Research Scientist I: $106,000; Pharmacokinetics Scientist I: $86,505.

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Data Scientist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist I make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist I in Delaware is $74,779 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $36.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,227
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,552 to $81,818
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,794

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Data Scientist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,818	$6,818	$1,573	$39
Average	$74,779	$6,232	$1,438	$36
25th Percentile	$69,552	$5,796	$1,338	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist I Salaries

A Data Scientist I'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 Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Scientist I'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 Scientist I (0-2 years): $74,779
Data Scientist II (2-4 years): $91,509
Data Scientist III (4-7 years): $117,002
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,346
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,732

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist I	0-2 years	$74,779
Data Scientist II	2-4 years	$91,509
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,002
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,346
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,732

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How Do Data Scientist I 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 Scientist Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,757.
California: $81,447.
Massachusetts: $80,361.

District of Columbia $81,757 California $81,447 Massachusetts $80,361 Washington $80,066 New Jersey $80,036 Alaska $79,933 Connecticut $78,914 New York $78,500

Hawaii $77,179 Rhode Island $76,558 Maryland $76,137 Minnesota $75,561 Colorado $75,340 Illinois $75,266 Oregon $74,986 Delaware $74,779

New Hampshire $74,649 Virginia $74,358 Pennsylvania $73,509 Nevada $73,080 North Dakota $72,940 Michigan $72,719 Wisconsin $72,637 Vermont $72,475

Texas $72,025 Maine $71,995 Arizona $71,951 Ohio $71,899 Georgia $71,220 Indiana $70,880 Wyoming $70,814 Utah $70,710

Iowa $70,666 Kansas $70,311 Louisiana $70,208 North Carolina $70,171 Missouri $70,156 Florida $69,868 Montana $69,713 Nebraska $69,566

Kentucky $69,484 South Carolina $69,189 Tennessee $69,004 Idaho $68,931 New Mexico $68,392 Oklahoma $68,273 Alabama $67,838 South Dakota $67,107

Arkansas $66,708 West Virginia $66,494 Mississippi $65,851

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist Is

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: $77,393
Little Creek: $76,676
Magnolia: $76,994

Lincoln, DE $77,393 Little Creek, DE $76,676 Magnolia, DE $76,994 Milford, DE $77,393 Marydel, DE $76,389 Millsboro, DE $77,393 Millville, DE $77,910 Milton, DE $77,393

Nassau, DE $77,393 Ocean View, DE $77,910 Rehoboth Beach, DE $77,910 Seaford, DE $76,581 Selbyville, DE $77,910 Smyrna, DE $76,300 Viola, DE $76,994 Woodside, DE $76,772

Bear, DE $75,739 Newark, DE $75,768 Claymont, DE $75,827 Delaware City, DE $75,768 Hockessin, DE $75,827 Kirkwood, DE $75,768 Middletown, DE $76,145 Montchanin, DE $75,827

New Castle, DE $75,827 Odessa, DE $76,248 Port Penn, DE $75,561 Rockland, DE $75,827 Saint Georges, DE $75,768 Townsend, DE $76,137 Winterthur, DE $75,827 Lewes, DE $77,393

Wilmington, DE $75,827 Dover, DE $76,640 Dover Afb, DE $76,817 Bethany Beach, DE $77,910 Bethel, DE $76,581 Bridgeville, DE $77,393 Camden Wyoming, DE $76,721 Cheswold, DE $76,462

Clayton, DE $76,270 Dagsboro, DE $77,910 Delmar, DE $76,581 Ellendale, DE $77,393 Felton, DE $77,393 Fenwick Island, DE $77,910 Frankford, DE $77,910 Frederica, DE $77,393

Georgetown, DE $77,393 Greenwood, DE $77,393 Harbeson, DE $77,393 Harrington, DE $77,393 Hartly, DE $76,233 Houston, DE $77,393 Kenton, DE $76,270 Laurel, DE $76,581

Yorklyn, DE $75,827

Data Scientist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Scientist I'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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$69,552

Average $74,779/year

$81,818

$5,796

Average $6,232/month

$6,818

$1,338

Average $1,438/week

$1,573

$33

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,818	$6,818	$1,573	$39
Average	$74,779	$6,232	$1,438	$36
25th Percentile	$69,552	$5,796	$1,338	$33

Data Scientist I Salary Growth & Career Path

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