Data Steward Salary in the United States

Data Steward Salary

How much does a Data Steward make in the United States? The average Data Steward salary in the United States is $70,802 as of April 27, 2021, but the range typically falls between $58,899 and $89,414. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $58,899 10% $48,062 90% $106,359 75% $89,414 $70,802 50%(Median)

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Job Description for Data Steward

Data Steward coordinates an organization's quality, security, and maintenance of data. Defines data elements and establishes policies and procedures related to the collection and accuracy of data, and performs tests on data systems. Being a Data Steward ensures sufficient data quality is maintained so that the data can effectively support the business process. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Data Steward typically reports to a manager. The Data Steward contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Data Steward typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Steven E. Nielsen, President and Chief Executive Officer
DYCOM INDUSTRIES INC
Dycom Industries, Inc. provides specialty contracting services in the United States. The company offers various specialty contracting services, including program management, engineering, construction, maintenance, and installation services, such as placement and splicing of fiber, copper, and coaxial cables to telecomm... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2020
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Data Steward Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.6%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.1%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 20.3%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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Skills associated with Data Steward: Operational Policy Development, Risk Analysis, Risk Assessment, Operations Management ...More

Salary estimation for Data Steward at companies like : BRIGHT HORIZONS FAMILY SOLUTIONS INC., DYCOM INDUSTRIES INC, EMCOR Group, Inc.

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