What are the main factors that influence a Data Science Consultant'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 Science Consultant's salary?

A Data Science Consultant's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $187,891, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $121,346, a Data Science Consultant (12+ years)earns $153,088, a Data Science Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $199,837, a Data Science Director (12+ years)earns $243,753,

What are the highest paying states for a Data Science Consultant?

Data Science Consultant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Consultant roles are District of Columbia $164,479, California $163,855, Massachusetts $161,671. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Science Consultant roles make?

Salaries for Data Science Consultant level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Science: $389,650; VP of Data Science: $308,537; Data Science Director: $237,021; Data Science Senior Manager: $194,318; Data Science Architect: $167,684.

Data Science Consultant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Science Consultant make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Consultant in Rhode Island is $154,021 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $178,251
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $143,251 to $166,704
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $133,445

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Data Science Consultant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,704	$13,892	$3,206	$80
Average	$154,021	$12,835	$2,962	$74
25th Percentile	$143,251	$11,938	$2,755	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Consultant Salaries

A Data Science Consultant'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 Science Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Consultant'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): $187,891
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,346
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $153,088
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,837
Expert (over 8 years): $243,753

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Science Consultant	$187,891
Data Scie... Level Data Science Consultant	$121,346
Data Scie... Level Data Science Consultant	$153,088
Data Scie... Level Data Science Consultant	$199,837
Data Scie... Level Data Science Consultant	$243,753

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How Do Data Science Consultant 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 Science Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $164,479.
California: $163,855.
Massachusetts: $161,671.

District of Columbia $164,479 California $163,855 Massachusetts $161,671 Washington $161,077 New Jersey $161,018 Alaska $160,810 Connecticut $158,760 New York $157,928

Hawaii $155,269 Rhode Island $154,021 Maryland $153,174 Minnesota $152,015 Colorado $151,570 Illinois $151,421 Oregon $150,857 Delaware $150,441

New Hampshire $150,179 Virginia $149,594 Pennsylvania $147,886 Nevada $147,024 North Dakota $146,742 Michigan $146,296 Wisconsin $146,133 Vermont $145,806

Texas $144,900 Maine $144,840 Arizona $144,751 Ohio $144,647 Georgia $143,280 Indiana $142,597 Wyoming $142,463 Utah $142,255

Iowa $142,166 Kansas $141,453 Louisiana $141,245 North Carolina $141,171 Missouri $141,141 Florida $140,562 Montana $140,250 Nebraska $139,953

Kentucky $139,789 South Carolina $139,195 Tennessee $138,824 Idaho $138,675 New Mexico $137,591 Oklahoma $137,353 Alabama $136,477 South Dakota $135,006

Arkansas $134,204 West Virginia $133,773 Mississippi $132,480

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Consultants

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:

Adamsville: $156,546
Albion: $153,947
Ashaway: $157,140

Adamsville, RI $156,546 Albion, RI $153,947 Ashaway, RI $157,140 Barrington, RI $153,947 Block Island, RI $156,323 Bradford, RI $157,036 Bristol, RI $153,798 Carolina, RI $155,759

Charlestown, RI $155,922 Chepachet, RI $153,649 Clayville, RI $153,798 Coventry, RI $153,649 West Greenwich, RI $153,545 East Greenwich, RI $153,753 Exeter, RI $157,036 Fiskeville, RI $153,947

Forestdale, RI $153,798 Foster, RI $153,545 Glendale, RI $153,545 Greene, RI $155,269 Greenville, RI $153,947 Harmony, RI $153,902 Harrisville, RI $153,649 Hope, RI $153,947

Hope Valley, RI $157,140 Hopkinton, RI $157,185 Jamestown, RI $155,610 Kenyon, RI $156,992 Little Compton, RI $156,487 Manville, RI $153,947 Mapleville, RI $153,545 Newport, RI $155,640

Middletown, RI $156,294 North Kingstown, RI $153,501 North Scituate, RI $153,902 Oakland, RI $153,694 Pascoag, RI $153,605 Pawtucket, RI $153,947 Central Falls, RI $153,947 Cumberland, RI $153,947

Lincoln, RI $153,947 Portsmouth, RI $155,016 Prudence Island, RI $153,649 Rockville, RI $157,185 Saunderstown, RI $155,699 Shannock, RI $156,947 Slatersville, RI $153,798 Slocum, RI $155,699

Tiverton, RI $156,591 Wakefield, RI $155,536 Kingston, RI $155,566 Narragansett, RI $155,595 Peace Dale, RI $155,536 Warren, RI $153,902 Warwick, RI $153,947 Westerly, RI $157,230

West Kingston, RI $155,655 West Warwick, RI $153,947 Wood River Junction, RI $157,036 Woonsocket, RI $153,798 North Smithfield, RI $153,902 Wyoming, RI $156,992 Providence, RI $153,947 Cranston, RI $153,947

North Providence, RI $153,947 East Providence, RI $153,947 Riverside, RI $153,947 Rumford, RI $153,947 Smithfield, RI $153,947 Johnston, RI $153,947

Data Science Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Science Consultant'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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$143,251

Average $154,021/year

$166,704

$11,938

Average $12,835/month

$13,892

$2,755

Average $2,962/week

$3,206

$69

Average $74/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,704	$13,892	$3,206	$80
Average	$154,021	$12,835	$2,962	$74
25th Percentile	$143,251	$11,938	$2,755	$69

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