What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist III'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 III?

Data Scientist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist III roles are District of Columbia $127,920, California $127,435, Massachusetts $125,737. 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 VI: $182,696; Scientist III: $145,736; AI Research Scientist III: $128,780; Pharmacokinetics Scientist III: $127,887; Data Scientist: $118,404.

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Data Scientist III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist III make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist III in Delaware is $117,002 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,635
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,195 to $126,756
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,267

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Data Scientist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,756	$10,563	$2,438	$61
Average	$117,002	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$107,195	$8,933	$2,061	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist III Salaries

A Data Scientist III'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 III'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 III 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 IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $127,920.
California: $127,435.
Massachusetts: $125,737.

District of Columbia $127,920 California $127,435 Massachusetts $125,737 Washington $125,275 New Jersey $125,228 Alaska $125,067 Connecticut $123,472 New York $122,825

Hawaii $120,757 Rhode Island $119,787 Maryland $119,128 Minnesota $118,227 Colorado $117,880 Illinois $117,765 Oregon $117,326 Delaware $117,002

New Hampshire $116,799 Virginia $116,344 Pennsylvania $115,015 Nevada $114,345 North Dakota $114,125 Michigan $113,779 Wisconsin $113,652 Vermont $113,398

Texas $112,693 Maine $112,647 Arizona $112,577 Ohio $112,496 Georgia $111,434 Indiana $110,902 Wyoming $110,798 Utah $110,636

Iowa $110,567 Kansas $110,012 Louisiana $109,851 North Carolina $109,793 Missouri $109,770 Florida $109,319 Montana $109,077 Nebraska $108,846

Kentucky $108,718 South Carolina $108,256 Tennessee $107,967 Idaho $107,852 New Mexico $107,009 Oklahoma $106,824 Alabama $106,142 South Dakota $104,998

Arkansas $104,374 West Virginia $104,039 Mississippi $103,034

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist IIIs

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: $121,092
Little Creek: $119,972
Magnolia: $120,468

Lincoln, DE $121,092 Little Creek, DE $119,972 Magnolia, DE $120,468 Milford, DE $121,092 Marydel, DE $119,521 Millsboro, DE $121,092 Millville, DE $121,901 Milton, DE $121,092

Nassau, DE $121,092 Ocean View, DE $121,901 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,901 Seaford, DE $119,821 Selbyville, DE $121,901 Smyrna, DE $119,382 Viola, DE $120,468 Woodside, DE $120,122

Bear, DE $118,504 Newark, DE $118,550 Claymont, DE $118,643 Delaware City, DE $118,550 Hockessin, DE $118,643 Kirkwood, DE $118,550 Middletown, DE $119,140 Montchanin, DE $118,643

New Castle, DE $118,643 Odessa, DE $119,301 Port Penn, DE $118,227 Rockland, DE $118,643 Saint Georges, DE $118,550 Townsend, DE $119,128 Winterthur, DE $118,643 Lewes, DE $121,092

Wilmington, DE $118,643 Dover, DE $119,914 Dover Afb, DE $120,191 Bethany Beach, DE $121,901 Bethel, DE $119,821 Bridgeville, DE $121,092 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,041 Cheswold, DE $119,636

Clayton, DE $119,336 Dagsboro, DE $121,901 Delmar, DE $119,821 Ellendale, DE $121,092 Felton, DE $121,092 Fenwick Island, DE $121,901 Frankford, DE $121,901 Frederica, DE $121,092

Georgetown, DE $121,092 Greenwood, DE $121,092 Harbeson, DE $121,092 Harrington, DE $121,092 Hartly, DE $119,278 Houston, DE $121,092 Kenton, DE $119,336 Laurel, DE $119,821

Yorklyn, DE $118,643

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist III'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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$107,195

Average $117,002/year

$126,756

$8,933

Average $9,750/month

$10,563

$2,061

Average $2,250/week

$2,438

$52

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,756	$10,563	$2,438	$61
Average	$117,002	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$107,195	$8,933	$2,061	$52

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