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 $74,772, 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 III?

Data Scientist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist III roles are District of Columbia $127,924, California $127,438, Massachusetts $125,740. 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: Scientist III: $145,801; Data Scientist IV: $131,671; AI Research Scientist III: $128,797; Pharmacokinetics Scientist III: $128,584; Molecular Biology Scientist III: $128,130.

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Data Scientist III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist III in Delaware is $117,005 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): $135,625
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,197 to $126,752
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,268

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Data Scientist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,752	$10,563	$2,438	$61
Average	$117,005	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$107,197	$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): $74,772
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 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: $127,924.
California: $127,438.
Massachusetts: $125,740.

District of Columbia $127,924 California $127,438 Massachusetts $125,740 Washington $125,278 New Jersey $125,232 Alaska $125,070 Connecticut $123,475 New York $122,828

Hawaii $120,760 Rhode Island $119,790 Maryland $119,131 Minnesota $118,230 Colorado $117,883 Illinois $117,768 Oregon $117,329 Delaware $117,005

New Hampshire $116,802 Virginia $116,347 Pennsylvania $115,018 Nevada $114,348 North Dakota $114,128 Michigan $113,782 Wisconsin $113,655 Vermont $113,401

Texas $112,696 Maine $112,650 Arizona $112,580 Ohio $112,499 Georgia $111,436 Indiana $110,905 Wyoming $110,801 Utah $110,639

Iowa $110,570 Kansas $110,015 Louisiana $109,854 North Carolina $109,796 Missouri $109,773 Florida $109,322 Montana $109,079 Nebraska $108,848

Kentucky $108,721 South Carolina $108,259 Tennessee $107,970 Idaho $107,855 New Mexico $107,011 Oklahoma $106,826 Alabama $106,145 South Dakota $105,001

Arkansas $104,377 West Virginia $104,042 Mississippi $103,037

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: $121,095
Little Creek: $119,975
Magnolia: $120,471

Lincoln, DE $121,095 Little Creek, DE $119,975 Magnolia, DE $120,471 Milford, DE $121,095 Marydel, DE $119,524 Millsboro, DE $121,095 Millville, DE $121,904 Milton, DE $121,095

Nassau, DE $121,095 Ocean View, DE $121,904 Rehoboth Beach, DE $121,904 Seaford, DE $119,824 Selbyville, DE $121,904 Smyrna, DE $119,385 Viola, DE $120,471 Woodside, DE $120,125

Bear, DE $118,507 Newark, DE $118,554 Claymont, DE $118,646 Delaware City, DE $118,554 Hockessin, DE $118,646 Kirkwood, DE $118,554 Middletown, DE $119,143 Montchanin, DE $118,646

New Castle, DE $118,646 Odessa, DE $119,305 Port Penn, DE $118,230 Rockland, DE $118,646 Saint Georges, DE $118,554 Townsend, DE $119,131 Winterthur, DE $118,646 Lewes, DE $121,095

Wilmington, DE $118,646 Dover, DE $119,917 Dover Afb, DE $120,194 Bethany Beach, DE $121,904 Bethel, DE $119,824 Bridgeville, DE $121,095 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,044 Cheswold, DE $119,640

Clayton, DE $119,339 Dagsboro, DE $121,904 Delmar, DE $119,824 Ellendale, DE $121,095 Felton, DE $121,095 Fenwick Island, DE $121,904 Frankford, DE $121,904 Frederica, DE $121,095

Georgetown, DE $121,095 Greenwood, DE $121,095 Harbeson, DE $121,095 Harrington, DE $121,095 Hartly, DE $119,281 Houston, DE $121,095 Kenton, DE $119,339 Laurel, DE $119,824

Yorklyn, DE $118,646

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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$107,197

Average $117,005/year

$126,752

$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	$126,752	$10,563	$2,438	$61
Average	$117,005	$9,750	$2,250	$56
25th Percentile	$107,197	$8,933	$2,061	$52

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