What are the main factors that influence a Freelance Data Scientist's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Freelance Data Scientist's salary?

A Freelance Data Scientist's salary grows with experience: an HR Business Partner V (7-10 years)earns $163,749, an HR Business Partners Team Leader (10+ years)earns $115,004, an Freelance Data Scientist (10+ years)earns $148,175, an HR Business Partners Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $172,873, an HR Business Partners Director (10+ years)earns $213,450,

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

Freelance Data Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Freelance Data Scientist roles are District of Columbia $153,606, California $153,024, Massachusetts $150,984. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Freelance Data Scientist roles make?

Salaries for Freelance Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Chief Data Scientist: $453,530; Data Scientist VI: $182,706; Principal Data Scientist: $181,008; Data Scientist V: $176,523; Data Scientist IV: $131,670.

Freelance Data Scientist Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Freelance Data Scientist make in Hawaii?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Freelance Data Scientist in Hawaii is $145,005 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $70.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $176,622
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $129,790 to $161,554
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,937

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Freelance Data Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,554	$13,463	$3,107	$78
Average	$145,005	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$129,790	$10,816	$2,496	$62

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Key Factors That Influence Freelance Data Scientist Salaries

A Freelance Data Scientist'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 Freelance Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Freelance Data Scientist'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $163,749
Early Career (1-2 years): $115,004
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $148,175
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,873
Expert (over 8 years): $213,450

Levels	Salary
HR Busine... Level Freelance Data Scientist	$163,749
HR Busine... Level Freelance Data Scientist	$115,004
Freelance... Level Freelance Data Scientist	$148,175
HR Busine... Level Freelance Data Scientist	$172,873
HR Busine... Level Freelance Data Scientist	$213,450

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

District of Columbia: $153,606.
California: $153,024.
Massachusetts: $150,984.

District of Columbia $153,606 California $153,024 Massachusetts $150,984 Washington $150,429 New Jersey $150,374 Alaska $150,180 Connecticut $148,265 New York $147,488

Hawaii $145,005 Rhode Island $143,839 Maryland $143,049 Minnesota $141,967 Colorado $141,550 Illinois $141,412 Oregon $140,884 Delaware $140,496

New Hampshire $140,252 Virginia $139,705 Pennsylvania $138,110 Nevada $137,305 North Dakota $137,041 Michigan $136,625 Wisconsin $136,473 Vermont $136,167

Texas $135,321 Maine $135,266 Arizona $135,182 Ohio $135,085 Georgia $133,809 Indiana $133,171 Wyoming $133,046 Utah $132,852

Iowa $132,768 Kansas $132,103 Louisiana $131,908 North Carolina $131,839 Missouri $131,811 Florida $131,270 Montana $130,979 Nebraska $130,701

Kentucky $130,549 South Carolina $129,994 Tennessee $129,647 Idaho $129,508 New Mexico $128,495 Oklahoma $128,273 Alabama $127,455 South Dakota $126,081

Arkansas $125,332 West Virginia $124,930 Mississippi $123,723

Top Paying Cities for Freelance Data Scientists

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:

Aiea: $144,220
Anahola: $142,329
Captain Cook: $142,186

Aiea, HI $144,220 Anahola, HI $142,329 Captain Cook, HI $142,186 Eleele, HI $142,617 Ewa Beach, HI $144,092 Kapolei, HI $143,977 Haiku, HI $142,434 Hakalau, HI $142,115

Haleiwa, HI $143,699 Hana, HI $142,094 Hanalei, HI $142,143 Hanamaulu, HI $142,431 Hanapepe, HI $142,610 Hauula, HI $143,918 Hawaii National Park, HI $142,280 Hawi, HI $142,516

Hilo, HI $142,417 Princeville, HI $142,402 Holualoa, HI $142,243 Honaunau, HI $141,997 Honokaa, HI $142,180 Honomu, HI $142,404 Hoolehua, HI $141,997 Kaaawa, HI $143,966

Kahuku, HI $143,658 Kahului, HI $142,763 Kailua, HI $144,174 Ocean View, HI $142,361 Waikoloa, HI $142,347 Keauhou, HI $142,243 Kailua Kona, HI $142,415 Kalaheo, HI $142,447

Kalaupapa, HI $141,867 Kamuela, HI $142,252 Kaneohe, HI $144,143 Kapaa, HI $142,602 Kaumakani, HI $142,678 Kaunakakai, HI $142,166 Keaau, HI $142,515 Kealakekua, HI $142,440

Kealia, HI $142,488 Kekaha, HI $142,344 Kihei, HI $142,617 Kilauea, HI $142,405 Kapaau, HI $142,297 Koloa, HI $142,467 Kualapuu, HI $142,125 Kunia, HI $143,931

Kurtistown, HI $142,442 Lahaina, HI $142,470 Laie, HI $143,784 Lanai City, HI $142,125 Laupahoehoe, HI $142,483 Lawai, HI $142,678 Lihue, HI $142,431 Makawao, HI $142,544

Makaweli, HI $142,116 Maunaloa, HI $141,782 Mountain View, HI $142,367 Naalehu, HI $142,080 Ninole, HI $141,985 Ookala, HI $142,030 Paauilo, HI $142,204 Pahala, HI $142,119

Pahoa, HI $142,308 Paia, HI $142,477 Papaaloa, HI $142,502 Papaikou, HI $142,207 Pearl City, HI $144,115 Pepeekeo, HI $142,483 Puunene, HI $142,763 Volcano, HI $142,280

Wahiawa, HI $143,869 Pukalani, HI $142,544 Mililani, HI $144,042 Kula, HI $142,250 Waialua, HI $143,622 Waianae, HI $143,755 Wailuku, HI $142,541 Waimanalo, HI $144,146

Waimea, HI $142,666 Waipahu, HI $144,053 Honolulu, HI $144,269 J B P H H, HI $144,245 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $143,946 Schofield Barracks, HI $143,905 Fort Shafter, HI $144,269 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $144,269

Camp H M Smith, HI $144,238 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $144,097 Wake Island, HI $144,269

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

Understanding how a Freelance Data Scientist'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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$129,790

Average $145,005/year

$161,554

$10,816

Average $12,084/month

$13,463

$2,496

Average $2,789/week

$3,107

$62

Average $70/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,554	$13,463	$3,107	$78
Average	$145,005	$12,084	$2,789	$70
25th Percentile	$129,790	$10,816	$2,496	$62

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