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 $117,008, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,341, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,776, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $185,029, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $119,409,

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 $195,458, California $194,717, Massachusetts $192,122. 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: $208,210; AI Research Scientist V: $199,038; Pathology Research Scientist V: $192,709; Bioinformatics Scientist V: $155,020; Marketing Data Scientist V: $154,800.

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Data Scientist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist V make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist V in Delaware is $178,776 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): $196,918
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,116 to $188,272
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,590

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Data Scientist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,272	$15,689	$3,621	$91
Average	$178,776	$14,898	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,116	$13,843	$3,195	$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): $117,008
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,341
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,776
Data Scientist VI (10-12 years): $185,029
Data Science Supervisor (12+ years): $119,409

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,008
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,341
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,776
Data Scientist VI	10-12 years	$185,029
Data Science Supervisor	12+ years	$119,409

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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: $195,458.
California: $194,717.
Massachusetts: $192,122.

District of Columbia $195,458 California $194,717 Massachusetts $192,122 Washington $191,416 New Jersey $191,345 Alaska $191,098 Connecticut $188,662 New York $187,673

Hawaii $184,513 Rhode Island $183,030 Maryland $182,024 Minnesota $180,647 Colorado $180,118 Illinois $179,941 Oregon $179,270 Delaware $178,776

New Hampshire $178,465 Virginia $177,770 Pennsylvania $175,740 Nevada $174,716 North Dakota $174,380 Michigan $173,851 Wisconsin $173,656 Vermont $173,268

Texas $172,191 Maine $172,121 Arizona $172,015 Ohio $171,891 Georgia $170,267 Indiana $169,455 Wyoming $169,296 Utah $169,049

Iowa $168,943 Kansas $168,096 Louisiana $167,849 North Carolina $167,760 Missouri $167,725 Florida $167,036 Montana $166,666 Nebraska $166,313

Kentucky $166,118 South Carolina $165,412 Tennessee $164,971 Idaho $164,794 New Mexico $163,506 Oklahoma $163,223 Alabama $162,182 South Dakota $160,434

Arkansas $159,481 West Virginia $158,969 Mississippi $157,433

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: $177,971
Little Creek: $179,274
Magnolia: $179,016

Lincoln, DE $177,971 Little Creek, DE $179,274 Magnolia, DE $179,016 Milford, DE $178,423 Marydel, DE $178,716 Millsboro, DE $177,224 Millville, DE $177,498 Milton, DE $177,805

Nassau, DE $177,934 Ocean View, DE $177,468 Rehoboth Beach, DE $177,809 Seaford, DE $177,909 Selbyville, DE $177,173 Smyrna, DE $179,397 Viola, DE $178,571 Woodside, DE $179,051

Bear, DE $178,638 Newark, DE $178,571 Claymont, DE $178,937 Delaware City, DE $178,750 Hockessin, DE $178,555 Kirkwood, DE $178,716 Middletown, DE $178,785 Montchanin, DE $178,596

New Castle, DE $178,622 Odessa, DE $178,873 Port Penn, DE $178,993 Rockland, DE $178,614 Saint Georges, DE $178,728 Townsend, DE $179,004 Winterthur, DE $178,635 Lewes, DE $177,874

Wilmington, DE $178,564 Dover, DE $179,274 Dover Afb, DE $178,329 Bethany Beach, DE $177,281 Bethel, DE $177,464 Bridgeville, DE $177,883 Camden Wyoming, DE $178,769 Cheswold, DE $179,216

Clayton, DE $179,221 Dagsboro, DE $177,157 Delmar, DE $176,873 Ellendale, DE $177,410 Felton, DE $178,409 Fenwick Island, DE $177,196 Frankford, DE $176,887 Frederica, DE $178,585

Georgetown, DE $177,090 Greenwood, DE $177,911 Harbeson, DE $177,279 Harrington, DE $178,183 Hartly, DE $178,737 Houston, DE $177,929 Kenton, DE $179,230 Laurel, DE $176,984

Yorklyn, DE $178,608

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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$166,116

Average $178,776/year

$188,272

$13,843

Average $14,898/month

$15,689

$3,195

Average $3,438/week

$3,621

$80

Average $86/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,272	$15,689	$3,621	$91
Average	$178,776	$14,898	$3,438	$86
25th Percentile	$166,116	$13,843	$3,195	$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 $185,029 - a projected growth of 3% over your current level.

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