What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist II'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 $74,772, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $91,496, a Data Scientist III (4-7 years)earns $117,005, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,343, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,755,

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

Data Scientist II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist II roles are District of Columbia $100,034, California $99,655, Massachusetts $98,327. 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: $131,671; Data Scientist: $118,407; AI Research Scientist II: $107,470; Pharmacokinetics Scientist II: $101,746; Molecular Biology Scientist II: $101,700.

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Data Scientist II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist II make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist II in Delaware is $91,496 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $44.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $105,283
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,663 to $98,713
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $76,531

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Data Scientist II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,713	$8,226	$1,898	$47
Average	$91,496	$7,625	$1,760	$44
25th Percentile	$83,663	$6,972	$1,609	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist II Salaries

A Data Scientist II'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 II'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): $74,772
Data Scientist II (2-4 years): $91,496
Data Scientist III (4-7 years): $117,005
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,343
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,755

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist I	0-2 years	$74,772
Data Scientist II	2-4 years	$91,496
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,005
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,343
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,755

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

District of Columbia: $100,034.
California: $99,655.
Massachusetts: $98,327.

District of Columbia $100,034 California $99,655 Massachusetts $98,327 Washington $97,965 New Jersey $97,929 Alaska $97,803 Connecticut $96,556 New York $96,050

Hawaii $94,433 Rhode Island $93,674 Maryland $93,159 Minnesota $92,454 Colorado $92,183 Illinois $92,093 Oregon $91,749 Delaware $91,496

New Hampshire $91,337 Virginia $90,981 Pennsylvania $89,942 Nevada $89,418 North Dakota $89,247 Michigan $88,976 Wisconsin $88,876 Vermont $88,678

Texas $88,126 Maine $88,090 Arizona $88,036 Ohio $87,973 Georgia $87,142 Indiana $86,726 Wyoming $86,645 Utah $86,518

Iowa $86,464 Kansas $86,030 Louisiana $85,904 North Carolina $85,859 Missouri $85,841 Florida $85,488 Montana $85,298 Nebraska $85,118

Kentucky $85,018 South Carolina $84,657 Tennessee $84,431 Idaho $84,341 New Mexico $83,681 Oklahoma $83,537 Alabama $83,004 South Dakota $82,109

Arkansas $81,621 West Virginia $81,359 Mississippi $80,573

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist IIs

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: $94,695
Little Creek: $93,818
Magnolia: $94,207

Lincoln, DE $94,695 Little Creek, DE $93,818 Magnolia, DE $94,207 Milford, DE $94,695 Marydel, DE $93,466 Millsboro, DE $94,695 Millville, DE $95,327 Milton, DE $94,695

Nassau, DE $94,695 Ocean View, DE $95,327 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,327 Seaford, DE $93,701 Selbyville, DE $95,327 Smyrna, DE $93,358 Viola, DE $94,207 Woodside, DE $93,936

Bear, DE $92,671 Newark, DE $92,707 Claymont, DE $92,779 Delaware City, DE $92,707 Hockessin, DE $92,779 Kirkwood, DE $92,707 Middletown, DE $93,168 Montchanin, DE $92,779

New Castle, DE $92,779 Odessa, DE $93,294 Port Penn, DE $92,454 Rockland, DE $92,779 Saint Georges, DE $92,707 Townsend, DE $93,159 Winterthur, DE $92,779 Lewes, DE $94,695

Wilmington, DE $92,779 Dover, DE $93,773 Dover Afb, DE $93,990 Bethany Beach, DE $95,327 Bethel, DE $93,701 Bridgeville, DE $94,695 Camden Wyoming, DE $93,873 Cheswold, DE $93,556

Clayton, DE $93,321 Dagsboro, DE $95,327 Delmar, DE $93,701 Ellendale, DE $94,695 Felton, DE $94,695 Fenwick Island, DE $95,327 Frankford, DE $95,327 Frederica, DE $94,695

Georgetown, DE $94,695 Greenwood, DE $94,695 Harbeson, DE $94,695 Harrington, DE $94,695 Hartly, DE $93,276 Houston, DE $94,695 Kenton, DE $93,321 Laurel, DE $93,701

Yorklyn, DE $92,779

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist II'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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$83,663

Average $91,496/year

$98,713

$6,972

Average $7,625/month

$8,226

$1,609

Average $1,760/week

$1,898

$40

Average $44/hour

$47

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$98,713	$8,226	$1,898	$47
Average	$91,496	$7,625	$1,760	$44
25th Percentile	$83,663	$6,972	$1,609	$40

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