Data Scientist Salary in Houston, Texas

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How much does a Data Scientist make in Houston, TX? The average Data Scientist salary in Houston, TX is $123,247 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $111,443 and $136,750. 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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Data Scientist AI Engineer
VORTO - DENVER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 27 days ago
Data Scientist AI Engineer
VORTO - PARKER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 27 days ago
Data Scientist AI Engineer
VORTO - WESTMINSTER , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 27 days ago
Data Scientist AI Engineer
VORTO - ARVADA , CO
About VORTO. We are building software which enables businesses to be more economically and environmentally sustainable by digitally transforming the supply chai
- 127 days ago
Scientist, Data Senior
CHS Inc - INVER GROVE HEIGHTS , MN
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to
- Today
Data Scientist Senior
USAA - PHOENIX , AZ
Why USAA. At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advi
- 3 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Data Scientist in Houston, TX. The base salary for Data Scientist ranges from $111,443 to $136,750 with the average base salary of $123,247. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $118,525 to $146,650 with the average total cash compensation of $131,718.

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

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