What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist IV'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 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, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $185,016,

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

Data Scientist IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist IV roles are District of Columbia $145,789, California $145,236, Massachusetts $143,301. 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: Pharmacokinetics Scientist IV: $158,821; AI Research Scientist IV: $156,177; Scientist IV: $146,591; Bioinformatics Scientist IV: $128,230; Marketing Data Scientist IV: $126,700.

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Data Scientist IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist IV make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist IV in Delaware is $133,346 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $64.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,815
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $126,339 to $143,537
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $119,960

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Data Scientist IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,537	$11,961	$2,760	$69
Average	$133,346	$11,112	$2,564	$64
25th Percentile	$126,339	$10,528	$2,430	$61

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist IV Salaries

A Data Scientist IV'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 IV'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 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
Data Scientist VI (10-12 years): $185,016

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
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
Data Scientist VI	10-12 years	$185,016

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

District of Columbia: $145,789.
California: $145,236.
Massachusetts: $143,301.

District of Columbia $145,789 California $145,236 Massachusetts $143,301 Washington $142,774 New Jersey $142,721 Alaska $142,537 Connecticut $140,720 New York $139,983

Hawaii $137,626 Rhode Island $136,520 Maryland $135,769 Minnesota $134,742 Colorado $134,347 Illinois $134,215 Oregon $133,715 Delaware $133,346

New Hampshire $133,115 Virginia $132,596 Pennsylvania $131,081 Nevada $130,318 North Dakota $130,068 Michigan $129,673 Wisconsin $129,528 Vermont $129,238

Texas $128,435 Maine $128,382 Arizona $128,303 Ohio $128,211 Georgia $127,000 Indiana $126,394 Wyoming $126,275 Utah $126,091

Iowa $126,012 Kansas $125,380 Louisiana $125,196 North Carolina $125,130 Missouri $125,103 Florida $124,590 Montana $124,313 Nebraska $124,050

Kentucky $123,905 South Carolina $123,379 Tennessee $123,049 Idaho $122,918 New Mexico $121,956 Oklahoma $121,746 Alabama $120,969 South Dakota $119,665

Arkansas $118,954 West Virginia $118,572 Mississippi $117,427

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist IVs

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: $138,008
Little Creek: $136,730
Magnolia: $137,296

Lincoln, DE $138,008 Little Creek, DE $136,730 Magnolia, DE $137,296 Milford, DE $138,008 Marydel, DE $136,217 Millsboro, DE $138,008 Millville, DE $138,929 Milton, DE $138,008

Nassau, DE $138,008 Ocean View, DE $138,929 Rehoboth Beach, DE $138,929 Seaford, DE $136,559 Selbyville, DE $138,929 Smyrna, DE $136,059 Viola, DE $137,296 Woodside, DE $136,901

Bear, DE $135,058 Newark, DE $135,111 Claymont, DE $135,216 Delaware City, DE $135,111 Hockessin, DE $135,216 Kirkwood, DE $135,111 Middletown, DE $135,782 Montchanin, DE $135,216

New Castle, DE $135,216 Odessa, DE $135,967 Port Penn, DE $134,742 Rockland, DE $135,216 Saint Georges, DE $135,111 Townsend, DE $135,769 Winterthur, DE $135,216 Lewes, DE $138,008

Wilmington, DE $135,216 Dover, DE $136,664 Dover Afb, DE $136,980 Bethany Beach, DE $138,929 Bethel, DE $136,559 Bridgeville, DE $138,008 Camden Wyoming, DE $136,809 Cheswold, DE $136,348

Clayton, DE $136,006 Dagsboro, DE $138,929 Delmar, DE $136,559 Ellendale, DE $138,008 Felton, DE $138,008 Fenwick Island, DE $138,929 Frankford, DE $138,929 Frederica, DE $138,008

Georgetown, DE $138,008 Greenwood, DE $138,008 Harbeson, DE $138,008 Harrington, DE $138,008 Hartly, DE $135,940 Houston, DE $138,008 Kenton, DE $136,006 Laurel, DE $136,559

Yorklyn, DE $135,216

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist IV'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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$126,339

Average $133,346/year

$143,537

$10,528

Average $11,112/month

$11,961

$2,430

Average $2,564/week

$2,760

$61

Average $64/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$143,537	$11,961	$2,760	$69
Average	$133,346	$11,112	$2,564	$64
25th Percentile	$126,339	$10,528	$2,430	$61

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