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

A Data Science Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $187,436, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $121,053, a Data Science Engineer (12+ years)earns $152,717, a Data Science Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $199,353, a Data Science Director (12+ years)earns $243,163,

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

Data Science Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Engineer roles are District of Columbia $164,080, California $163,458, Massachusetts $161,280. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Science Engineer 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 Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Engineer in Rhode Island is $153,648 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $74.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $177,821
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,903 to $166,301
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $133,121

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Data Science Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,301	$13,858	$3,198	$80
Average	$153,648	$12,804	$2,955	$74
25th Percentile	$142,903	$11,909	$2,748	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Engineer Salaries

A Data Science Engineer'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 Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Engineer'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): $187,436
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,053
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,717
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $199,353
Expert (over 8 years): $243,163

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Science Engineer	$187,436
Data Scie... Level Data Science Engineer	$121,053
Data Scie... Level Data Science Engineer	$152,717
Data Scie... Level Data Science Engineer	$199,353
Data Scie... Level Data Science Engineer	$243,163

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

District of Columbia: $164,080.
California: $163,458.
Massachusetts: $161,280.

District of Columbia $164,080 California $163,458 Massachusetts $161,280 Washington $160,687 New Jersey $160,627 Alaska $160,420 Connecticut $158,375 New York $157,545

Hawaii $154,892 Rhode Island $153,648 Maryland $152,803 Minnesota $151,647 Colorado $151,202 Illinois $151,054 Oregon $150,491 Delaware $150,076

New Hampshire $149,815 Virginia $149,231 Pennsylvania $147,527 Nevada $146,668 North Dakota $146,386 Michigan $145,941 Wisconsin $145,778 Vermont $145,452

Texas $144,548 Maine $144,489 Arizona $144,400 Ohio $144,296 Georgia $142,933 Indiana $142,251 Wyoming $142,118 Utah $141,911

Iowa $141,822 Kansas $141,110 Louisiana $140,903 North Carolina $140,829 Missouri $140,799 Florida $140,221 Montana $139,910 Nebraska $139,614

Kentucky $139,451 South Carolina $138,858 Tennessee $138,487 Idaho $138,339 New Mexico $137,257 Oklahoma $137,020 Alabama $136,146 South Dakota $134,679

Arkansas $133,878 West Virginia $133,449 Mississippi $132,159

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Engineers

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: $156,167
Albion: $153,573
Ashaway: $156,760

Adamsville, RI $156,167 Albion, RI $153,573 Ashaway, RI $156,760 Barrington, RI $153,573 Block Island, RI $155,945 Bradford, RI $156,656 Bristol, RI $153,425 Carolina, RI $155,381

Charlestown, RI $155,544 Chepachet, RI $153,277 Clayville, RI $153,425 Coventry, RI $153,277 West Greenwich, RI $153,173 East Greenwich, RI $153,381 Exeter, RI $156,656 Fiskeville, RI $153,573

Forestdale, RI $153,425 Foster, RI $153,173 Glendale, RI $153,173 Greene, RI $154,892 Greenville, RI $153,573 Harmony, RI $153,529 Harrisville, RI $153,277 Hope, RI $153,573

Hope Valley, RI $156,760 Hopkinton, RI $156,804 Jamestown, RI $155,233 Kenyon, RI $156,611 Little Compton, RI $156,108 Manville, RI $153,573 Mapleville, RI $153,173 Newport, RI $155,263

Middletown, RI $155,915 North Kingstown, RI $153,129 North Scituate, RI $153,529 Oakland, RI $153,322 Pascoag, RI $153,233 Pawtucket, RI $153,573 Central Falls, RI $153,573 Cumberland, RI $153,573

Lincoln, RI $153,573 Portsmouth, RI $154,640 Prudence Island, RI $153,277 Rockville, RI $156,804 Saunderstown, RI $155,322 Shannock, RI $156,567 Slatersville, RI $153,425 Slocum, RI $155,322

Tiverton, RI $156,211 Wakefield, RI $155,159 Kingston, RI $155,189 Narragansett, RI $155,218 Peace Dale, RI $155,159 Warren, RI $153,529 Warwick, RI $153,573 Westerly, RI $156,849

West Kingston, RI $155,278 West Warwick, RI $153,573 Wood River Junction, RI $156,656 Woonsocket, RI $153,425 North Smithfield, RI $153,529 Wyoming, RI $156,611 Providence, RI $153,573 Cranston, RI $153,573

North Providence, RI $153,573 East Providence, RI $153,573 Riverside, RI $153,573 Rumford, RI $153,573 Smithfield, RI $153,573 Johnston, RI $153,573

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

Understanding how a Data Science Engineer'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 April 01, 2026

$142,903

Average $153,648/year

$166,301

$11,909

Average $12,804/month

$13,858

$2,748

Average $2,955/week

$3,198

$69

Average $74/hour

$80

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$166,301	$13,858	$3,198	$80
Average	$153,648	$12,804	$2,955	$74
25th Percentile	$142,903	$11,909	$2,748	$69

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