What are the main factors that influence a Data Science and Business Analytics's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Data Science and Business Analytics?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Data Science and Business Analytics roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Data Science and Business Analytics's salary?

A Data Science and Business Analytics's salary grows with experience: starting around $125,789 for beginners, reaching about $127,793 at mid-level, and approach $134,665 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Data Science and Business Analytics?

Data Science and Business Analytics salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science and Business Analytics roles are District of Columbia $140,839, California $140,305, Massachusetts $138,435. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Data Science and Business Analytics roles make?

Salaries for Data Science and Business Analytics level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Science: $390,122; Data Science Director: $237,114; VP of Marketing Data Analytics: $211,531; Data Science Senior Manager: $194,318; Marketing Data Analytics Director: $181,673.

Data Science and Business Analytics Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Data Science and Business Analytics make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science and Business Analytics in Rhode Island is $131,884 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $151,012
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $123,251 to $141,896
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,390

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Data Science and Business Analytics Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,896	$11,825	$2,729	$68
Average	$131,884	$10,990	$2,536	$63
25th Percentile	$123,251	$10,271	$2,370	$59

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Key Factors That Influence Data Science and Business Analytics Salaries

A Data Science and Business Analytics'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 and Business Analytics Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science and Business Analytics'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): $125,789
Early Career (1-2 years): $126,457
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $127,793
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $131,466
Expert (over 8 years): $134,665

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Science and Business Analytics	$125,789
Intermediate Level Data Science and Business Analytics	$126,457
Senior Level Data Science and Business Analytics	$127,793
Specialist Level Data Science and Business Analytics	$131,466
Expert Level Data Science and Business Analytics	$134,665

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How Do Data Science and Business Analytics 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 and Business Analytics. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $140,839.
California: $140,305.
Massachusetts: $138,435.

District of Columbia $140,839 California $140,305 Massachusetts $138,435 Washington $137,926 New Jersey $137,875 Alaska $137,697 Connecticut $135,942 New York $135,230

Hawaii $132,953 Rhode Island $131,884 Maryland $131,159 Minnesota $130,167 Colorado $129,785 Illinois $129,658 Oregon $129,175 Delaware $128,818

New Hampshire $128,595 Virginia $128,093 Pennsylvania $126,631 Nevada $125,893 North Dakota $125,651 Michigan $125,270 Wisconsin $125,130 Vermont $124,850

Texas $124,074 Maine $124,023 Arizona $123,947 Ohio $123,858 Georgia $122,687 Indiana $122,102 Wyoming $121,988 Utah $121,810

Iowa $121,733 Kansas $121,123 Louisiana $120,945 North Carolina $120,881 Missouri $120,856 Florida $120,359 Montana $120,092 Nebraska $119,838

Kentucky $119,698 South Carolina $119,189 Tennessee $118,871 Idaho $118,744 New Mexico $117,815 Oklahoma $117,612 Alabama $116,861 South Dakota $115,602

Arkansas $114,915 West Virginia $114,546 Mississippi $113,440

Top Paying Cities for Data Science and Business Analytics

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: $133,533
Albion: $132,404
Ashaway: $133,279

Adamsville, RI $133,533 Albion, RI $132,404 Ashaway, RI $133,279 Barrington, RI $132,056 Block Island, RI $132,791 Bradford, RI $133,199 Bristol, RI $132,565 Carolina, RI $132,979

Charlestown, RI $133,028 Chepachet, RI $132,763 Clayville, RI $132,393 Coventry, RI $132,399 West Greenwich, RI $132,764 East Greenwich, RI $132,310 Exeter, RI $132,727 Fiskeville, RI $132,053

Forestdale, RI $133,071 Foster, RI $132,693 Glendale, RI $133,081 Greene, RI $132,867 Greenville, RI $132,104 Harmony, RI $132,275 Harrisville, RI $133,024 Hope, RI $132,136

Hope Valley, RI $133,162 Hopkinton, RI $133,338 Jamestown, RI $132,893 Kenyon, RI $132,963 Little Compton, RI $133,512 Manville, RI $132,579 Mapleville, RI $132,788 Newport, RI $133,026

Middletown, RI $133,085 North Kingstown, RI $132,538 North Scituate, RI $132,276 Oakland, RI $132,932 Pascoag, RI $133,112 Pawtucket, RI $131,859 Central Falls, RI $131,917 Cumberland, RI $132,666

Lincoln, RI $132,049 Portsmouth, RI $133,012 Prudence Island, RI $132,739 Rockville, RI $133,318 Saunderstown, RI $132,813 Shannock, RI $132,970 Slatersville, RI $133,072 Slocum, RI $132,809

Tiverton, RI $133,417 Wakefield, RI $132,926 Kingston, RI $132,875 Narragansett, RI $132,963 Peace Dale, RI $132,909 Warren, RI $132,397 Warwick, RI $132,028 Westerly, RI $133,311

West Kingston, RI $132,917 West Warwick, RI $132,189 Wood River Junction, RI $133,106 Woonsocket, RI $133,079 North Smithfield, RI $132,776 Wyoming, RI $132,970 Providence, RI $131,820 Cranston, RI $131,838

North Providence, RI $131,854 East Providence, RI $131,829 Riverside, RI $131,871 Rumford, RI $131,852 Smithfield, RI $132,119 Johnston, RI $131,898

Data Science and Business Analytics Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Data Science and Business Analytics roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Data Science and Business Analytics positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Data Science and Business Analytics as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Data Science and Business Analytics

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$184,638	$89.0	40%
Biotechnology	$184,638	$89.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$184,638	$89.0	40%
Financial Services	$184,638	$89.0	40%
Software & Networking	$184,638	$89.0	40%

Data Science and Business Analytics Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Science and Business Analytics'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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$123,251

Average $131,884/year

$141,896

$10,271

Average $10,990/month

$11,825

$2,370

Average $2,536/week

$2,729

$59

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$141,896	$11,825	$2,729	$68
Average	$131,884	$10,990	$2,536	$63
25th Percentile	$123,251	$10,271	$2,370	$59

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