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 $74,766, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $91,484, a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $117,008, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,341, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,776,

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 $81,742, California $81,432, Massachusetts $80,347. 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: $118,410; Biotech Research Scientist I: $106,200; Data Scientist II: $90,337; Molecular Biology Scientist I: $86,560; Pharmacokinetics Scientist I: $75,108.

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Data Scientist I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist I make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist I in Delaware is $74,766 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): $88,220
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,529 to $81,808
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $64,761

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Data Scientist I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,808	$6,817	$1,573	$39
Average	$74,766	$6,230	$1,438	$36
25th Percentile	$69,529	$5,794	$1,337	$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): $74,766
Data Scientist II (2-4 years): $91,484
Data Scientist III (4-7 years): $117,008
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,341
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,776

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist I	0-2 years	$74,766
Data Scientist II	2-4 years	$91,484
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,008
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,341
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,776

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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: $81,742.
California: $81,432.
Massachusetts: $80,347.

District of Columbia $81,742 California $81,432 Massachusetts $80,347 Washington $80,052 New Jersey $80,022 Alaska $79,919 Connecticut $78,900 New York $78,487

Hawaii $77,165 Rhode Island $76,545 Maryland $76,124 Minnesota $75,548 Colorado $75,327 Illinois $75,253 Oregon $74,972 Delaware $74,766

New Hampshire $74,636 Virginia $74,345 Pennsylvania $73,496 Nevada $73,068 North Dakota $72,927 Michigan $72,706 Wisconsin $72,625 Vermont $72,462

Texas $72,012 Maine $71,982 Arizona $71,938 Ohio $71,886 Georgia $71,207 Indiana $70,867 Wyoming $70,801 Utah $70,698

Iowa $70,653 Kansas $70,299 Louisiana $70,196 North Carolina $70,159 Missouri $70,144 Florida $69,856 Montana $69,701 Nebraska $69,553

Kentucky $69,472 South Carolina $69,177 Tennessee $68,992 Idaho $68,918 New Mexico $68,379 Oklahoma $68,261 Alabama $67,826 South Dakota $67,095

Arkansas $66,696 West Virginia $66,482 Mississippi $65,840

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: $74,429
Little Creek: $74,974
Magnolia: $74,866

Lincoln, DE $74,429 Little Creek, DE $74,974 Magnolia, DE $74,866 Milford, DE $74,618 Marydel, DE $74,741 Millsboro, DE $74,117 Millville, DE $74,231 Milton, DE $74,360

Nassau, DE $74,413 Ocean View, DE $74,219 Rehoboth Beach, DE $74,361 Seaford, DE $74,403 Selbyville, DE $74,095 Smyrna, DE $75,025 Viola, DE $74,680 Woodside, DE $74,881

Bear, DE $74,708 Newark, DE $74,680 Claymont, DE $74,833 Delaware City, DE $74,755 Hockessin, DE $74,673 Kirkwood, DE $74,741 Middletown, DE $74,769 Montchanin, DE $74,690

New Castle, DE $74,701 Odessa, DE $74,806 Port Penn, DE $74,856 Rockland, DE $74,698 Saint Georges, DE $74,746 Townsend, DE $74,861 Winterthur, DE $74,707 Lewes, DE $74,388

Wilmington, DE $74,677 Dover, DE $74,974 Dover Afb, DE $74,579 Bethany Beach, DE $74,140 Bethel, DE $74,217 Bridgeville, DE $74,392 Camden Wyoming, DE $74,763 Cheswold, DE $74,949

Clayton, DE $74,952 Dagsboro, DE $74,089 Delmar, DE $73,970 Ellendale, DE $74,194 Felton, DE $74,612 Fenwick Island, DE $74,105 Frankford, DE $73,976 Frederica, DE $74,686

Georgetown, DE $74,061 Greenwood, DE $74,404 Harbeson, DE $74,140 Harrington, DE $74,518 Hartly, DE $74,749 Houston, DE $74,411 Kenton, DE $74,955 Laurel, DE $74,016

Yorklyn, DE $74,695

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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$69,529

Average $74,766/year

$81,808

$5,794

Average $6,230/month

$6,817

$1,337

Average $1,438/week

$1,573

$33

Average $36/hour

$39

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$81,808	$6,817	$1,573	$39
Average	$74,766	$6,230	$1,438	$36
25th Percentile	$69,529	$5,794	$1,337	$33

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