What are the main factors that influence a Data Scientist V'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 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, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $185,022, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $119,494,

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

Data Scientist V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist V roles are District of Columbia $195,435, California $194,694, Massachusetts $192,099. 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: Molecular Biology Scientist V: $207,110; Pharmacokinetics Scientist V: $204,932; AI Research Scientist V: $199,028; Pathology Research Scientist V: $192,633; Bioinformatics Scientist V: $155,030.

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Data Scientist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist V make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist V in Delaware is $178,755 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $86.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $196,900
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,100 to $188,253
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,579

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Data Scientist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,253	$15,688	$3,620	$91
Average	$178,755	$14,896	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,100	$13,842	$3,194	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist V Salaries

A Data Scientist V'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 V'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 III (4-7 years): $117,005
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,343
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,755
Data Scientist VI (10-12 years): $185,022
Data Science Supervisor (12+ years): $119,494

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,005
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,343
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,755
Data Scientist VI	10-12 years	$185,022
Data Science Supervisor	12+ years	$119,494

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

District of Columbia: $195,435.
California: $194,694.
Massachusetts: $192,099.

District of Columbia $195,435 California $194,694 Massachusetts $192,099 Washington $191,393 New Jersey $191,322 Alaska $191,075 Connecticut $188,639 New York $187,651

Hawaii $184,491 Rhode Island $183,009 Maryland $182,003 Minnesota $180,626 Colorado $180,096 Illinois $179,920 Oregon $179,249 Delaware $178,755

New Hampshire $178,444 Virginia $177,749 Pennsylvania $175,719 Nevada $174,695 North Dakota $174,360 Michigan $173,830 Wisconsin $173,636 Vermont $173,248

Texas $172,171 Maine $172,100 Arizona $171,994 Ohio $171,871 Georgia $170,247 Indiana $169,435 Wyoming $169,276 Utah $169,029

Iowa $168,923 Kansas $168,076 Louisiana $167,829 North Carolina $167,740 Missouri $167,705 Florida $167,017 Montana $166,646 Nebraska $166,293

Kentucky $166,099 South Carolina $165,393 Tennessee $164,951 Idaho $164,775 New Mexico $163,486 Oklahoma $163,204 Alabama $162,162 South Dakota $160,415

Arkansas $159,462 West Virginia $158,950 Mississippi $157,414

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist Vs

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: $185,003
Little Creek: $183,291
Magnolia: $184,050

Lincoln, DE $185,003 Little Creek, DE $183,291 Magnolia, DE $184,050 Milford, DE $185,003 Marydel, DE $182,603 Millsboro, DE $185,003 Millville, DE $186,239 Milton, DE $185,003

Nassau, DE $185,003 Ocean View, DE $186,239 Rehoboth Beach, DE $186,239 Seaford, DE $183,062 Selbyville, DE $186,239 Smyrna, DE $182,391 Viola, DE $184,050 Woodside, DE $183,521

Bear, DE $181,049 Newark, DE $181,120 Claymont, DE $181,261 Delaware City, DE $181,120 Hockessin, DE $181,261 Kirkwood, DE $181,120 Middletown, DE $182,020 Montchanin, DE $181,261

New Castle, DE $181,261 Odessa, DE $182,267 Port Penn, DE $180,626 Rockland, DE $181,261 Saint Georges, DE $181,120 Townsend, DE $182,003 Winterthur, DE $181,261 Lewes, DE $185,003

Wilmington, DE $181,261 Dover, DE $183,203 Dover Afb, DE $183,626 Bethany Beach, DE $186,239 Bethel, DE $183,062 Bridgeville, DE $185,003 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,397 Cheswold, DE $182,779

Clayton, DE $182,320 Dagsboro, DE $186,239 Delmar, DE $183,062 Ellendale, DE $185,003 Felton, DE $185,003 Fenwick Island, DE $186,239 Frankford, DE $186,239 Frederica, DE $185,003

Georgetown, DE $185,003 Greenwood, DE $185,003 Harbeson, DE $185,003 Harrington, DE $185,003 Hartly, DE $182,232 Houston, DE $185,003 Kenton, DE $182,320 Laurel, DE $183,062

Yorklyn, DE $181,261

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist V'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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$166,100

Average $178,755/year

$188,253

$13,842

Average $14,896/month

$15,688

$3,194

Average $3,438/week

$3,620

$80

Average $86/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,253	$15,688	$3,620	$91
Average	$178,755	$14,896	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,100	$13,842	$3,194	$80

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For a Data Scientist V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Data Scientist VI role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $185,022 - a projected growth of 4% over your current level.

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