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 $117,001, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $133,346, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $178,724, a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $185,008, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $119,613,

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 $195,402, California $194,661, Massachusetts $192,066. 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: AI Research Scientist V: $199,014; Pathology Research Scientist V: $192,523; Bioinformatics Scientist V: $155,050; Marketing Data Scientist V: $154,800; Marketing Data Analyst V: $154,794.

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Data Scientist V Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist V make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist V in Delaware is $178,724 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): $196,874
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,076 to $188,224
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $154,560

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Data Scientist V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,224	$15,685	$3,620	$90
Average	$178,724	$14,894	$3,437	$86
25th Percentile	$166,076	$13,840	$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): $117,001
Data Scientist IV (7+ years): $133,346
Data Scientist V (7-10 years): $178,724
Data Scientist VI (10-12 years): $185,008
Data Science Supervisor (12+ years): $119,613

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Data Scientist III	4-7 years	$117,001
Data Scientist IV	7+ years	$133,346
Data Scientist V	7-10 years	$178,724
Data Scientist VI	10-12 years	$185,008
Data Science Supervisor	12+ years	$119,613

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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: $195,402.
California: $194,661.
Massachusetts: $192,066.

District of Columbia $195,402 California $194,661 Massachusetts $192,066 Washington $191,361 New Jersey $191,290 Alaska $191,043 Connecticut $188,607 New York $187,619

Hawaii $184,460 Rhode Island $182,978 Maryland $181,972 Minnesota $180,595 Colorado $180,066 Illinois $179,889 Oregon $179,218 Delaware $178,724

New Hampshire $178,414 Virginia $177,718 Pennsylvania $175,689 Nevada $174,665 North Dakota $174,330 Michigan $173,800 Wisconsin $173,606 Vermont $173,218

Texas $172,142 Maine $172,071 Arizona $171,965 Ohio $171,841 Georgia $170,218 Indiana $169,406 Wyoming $169,247 Utah $169,000

Iowa $168,894 Kansas $168,047 Louisiana $167,800 North Carolina $167,712 Missouri $167,676 Florida $166,988 Montana $166,618 Nebraska $166,265

Kentucky $166,071 South Carolina $165,365 Tennessee $164,923 Idaho $164,747 New Mexico $163,459 Oklahoma $163,176 Alabama $162,135 South Dakota $160,388

Arkansas $159,435 West Virginia $158,923 Mississippi $157,388

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: $184,972
Little Creek: $183,260
Magnolia: $184,019

Lincoln, DE $184,972 Little Creek, DE $183,260 Magnolia, DE $184,019 Milford, DE $184,972 Marydel, DE $182,572 Millsboro, DE $184,972 Millville, DE $186,207 Milton, DE $184,972

Nassau, DE $184,972 Ocean View, DE $186,207 Rehoboth Beach, DE $186,207 Seaford, DE $183,031 Selbyville, DE $186,207 Smyrna, DE $182,360 Viola, DE $184,019 Woodside, DE $183,489

Bear, DE $181,019 Newark, DE $181,089 Claymont, DE $181,230 Delaware City, DE $181,089 Hockessin, DE $181,230 Kirkwood, DE $181,089 Middletown, DE $181,989 Montchanin, DE $181,230

New Castle, DE $181,230 Odessa, DE $182,236 Port Penn, DE $180,595 Rockland, DE $181,230 Saint Georges, DE $181,089 Townsend, DE $181,972 Winterthur, DE $181,230 Lewes, DE $184,972

Wilmington, DE $181,230 Dover, DE $183,172 Dover Afb, DE $183,595 Bethany Beach, DE $186,207 Bethel, DE $183,031 Bridgeville, DE $184,972 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,366 Cheswold, DE $182,748

Clayton, DE $182,289 Dagsboro, DE $186,207 Delmar, DE $183,031 Ellendale, DE $184,972 Felton, DE $184,972 Fenwick Island, DE $186,207 Frankford, DE $186,207 Frederica, DE $184,972

Georgetown, DE $184,972 Greenwood, DE $184,972 Harbeson, DE $184,972 Harrington, DE $184,972 Hartly, DE $182,201 Houston, DE $184,972 Kenton, DE $182,289 Laurel, DE $183,031

Yorklyn, DE $181,230

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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$166,076

Average $178,724/year

$188,224

$13,840

Average $14,894/month

$15,685

$3,194

Average $3,437/week

$3,620

$80

Average $86/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,224	$15,685	$3,620	$90
Average	$178,724	$14,894	$3,437	$86
25th Percentile	$166,076	$13,840	$3,194	$80

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