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

A Lead Data Scientist's salary grows with experience: starting around $168,330 for beginners, reaching about $170,177 at mid-level, and approach $174,423 for experts.

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

Lead Data Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Data Scientist roles are District of Columbia $191,861, California $191,133, Massachusetts $188,586. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Data Scientist VI: $182,688; Data Scientist V: $176,483; Weather Scientist: $136,000; Atmospheric Scientist: $135,930; Data Scientist IV: $131,674.

Lead Data Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Data Scientist make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Data Scientist in Delaware is $175,486 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $193,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $163,530 to $184,916
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,645

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Lead Data Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,916	$15,410	$3,556	$89
Average	$175,486	$14,624	$3,375	$84
25th Percentile	$163,530	$13,627	$3,145	$79

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Data Scientist Salaries

A Lead 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 Lead Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead 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): $168,330
Early Career (1-2 years): $169,253
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $170,177
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,023
Expert (over 8 years): $174,423

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Data Scientist	$168,330
Intermediate Level Lead Data Scientist	$169,253
Senior Level Lead Data Scientist	$170,177
Specialist Level Lead Data Scientist	$172,023
Expert Level Lead Data Scientist	$174,423

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

District of Columbia: $191,861.
California: $191,133.
Massachusetts: $188,586.

District of Columbia $191,861 California $191,133 Massachusetts $188,586 Washington $187,893 New Jersey $187,824 Alaska $187,581 Connecticut $185,190 New York $184,219

Hawaii $181,117 Rhode Island $179,662 Maryland $178,674 Minnesota $177,323 Colorado $176,803 Illinois $176,629 Oregon $175,971 Delaware $175,486

New Hampshire $175,181 Virginia $174,498 Pennsylvania $172,505 Nevada $171,500 North Dakota $171,171 Michigan $170,651 Wisconsin $170,460 Vermont $170,079

Texas $169,022 Maine $168,953 Arizona $168,849 Ohio $168,728 Georgia $167,133 Indiana $166,336 Wyoming $166,180 Utah $165,938

Iowa $165,834 Kansas $165,002 Louisiana $164,759 North Carolina $164,673 Missouri $164,638 Florida $163,962 Montana $163,598 Nebraska $163,252

Kentucky $163,061 South Carolina $162,368 Tennessee $161,935 Idaho $161,762 New Mexico $160,497 Oklahoma $160,219 Alabama $159,197 South Dakota $157,481

Arkansas $156,546 West Virginia $156,043 Mississippi $154,536

Top Paying Cities for Lead 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:

Lincoln: $181,620
Little Creek: $179,939
Magnolia: $180,684

Lincoln, DE $181,620 Little Creek, DE $179,939 Magnolia, DE $180,684 Milford, DE $181,620 Marydel, DE $179,263 Millsboro, DE $181,620 Millville, DE $182,833 Milton, DE $181,620

Nassau, DE $181,620 Ocean View, DE $182,833 Rehoboth Beach, DE $182,833 Seaford, DE $179,714 Selbyville, DE $182,833 Smyrna, DE $179,055 Viola, DE $180,684 Woodside, DE $180,164

Bear, DE $177,738 Newark, DE $177,808 Claymont, DE $177,946 Delaware City, DE $177,808 Hockessin, DE $177,946 Kirkwood, DE $177,808 Middletown, DE $178,691 Montchanin, DE $177,946

New Castle, DE $177,946 Odessa, DE $178,934 Port Penn, DE $177,323 Rockland, DE $177,946 Saint Georges, DE $177,808 Townsend, DE $178,674 Winterthur, DE $177,946 Lewes, DE $181,620

Wilmington, DE $177,946 Dover, DE $179,853 Dover Afb, DE $180,268 Bethany Beach, DE $182,833 Bethel, DE $179,714 Bridgeville, DE $181,620 Camden Wyoming, DE $180,043 Cheswold, DE $179,437

Clayton, DE $178,986 Dagsboro, DE $182,833 Delmar, DE $179,714 Ellendale, DE $181,620 Felton, DE $181,620 Fenwick Island, DE $182,833 Frankford, DE $182,833 Frederica, DE $181,620

Georgetown, DE $181,620 Greenwood, DE $181,620 Harbeson, DE $181,620 Harrington, DE $181,620 Hartly, DE $178,899 Houston, DE $181,620 Kenton, DE $178,986 Laurel, DE $179,714

Yorklyn, DE $177,946

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

Understanding how a Lead 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 January 01, 2026

$163,530

Average $175,486/year

$184,916

$13,627

Average $14,624/month

$15,410

$3,145

Average $3,375/week

$3,556

$79

Average $84/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,916	$15,410	$3,556	$89
Average	$175,486	$14,624	$3,375	$84
25th Percentile	$163,530	$13,627	$3,145	$79

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