Data Science Associate Salary in the United States

How much does a Data Science Associate make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Associate in the United States is $72,502 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,681
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,012 to $78,877
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,013
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Data Science Associate Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $78,877 $6,573 $1,517 $38
Average $72,502 $6,042 $1,394 $35
25th Percentile $67,012 $5,584 $1,289 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Associate Salaries

A Data Science Associate'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 Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Associate'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): $72,502
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $73,090
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,640
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $74,950
  • Expert (over 8 years): $75,157
Levels Salary
Entry Level Data Science Associate$72,502
Intermediate Level Data Science Associate$73,090
Senior Level Data Science Associate$74,640
Specialist Level Data Science Associate$74,950
Expert Level Data Science Associate$75,157
$72,502 0 yr
$73,090 < 2 yrs
$74,640 2-4 yrs
$74,950 5-8 yrs
$75,157 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Data Science Associates

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:

  • San Jose: $91,447
  • San Francisco: $90,547
  • Oakland: $88,539

What Skills Can Increase a Data Science Associate's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 11.33% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • SQL (Mentioned in 3.32% Job Postings): Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used in programming and designed for managing data held in a relational database management system (RDBMS), or for stream processing in a relational data stream management system (RDSMS).
  • Economics (Mentioned in 1.42% Job Postings): Economics is a social science that focuses on the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services, and analyzes the choices that individuals, businesses, governments, and nations make to allocate resources.
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Analysis 11.33%
SQL 3.32%
Economics 1.42%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Data Science Associate's salary.
  • Molecular Biology: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Biochemistry: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Inference: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Molecular Biology
 $81,927
13%
Biochemistry
 $80,477
11%
Inference
 $78,302
8%
Chemistry
 $78,302
8%
Predictive Analytics
 $77,577
7%
Collaboration
 $76,852
6%
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Data Science Associate Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Science Associate'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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$67,012
Average $72,502/year
$78,877
$5,584
Average $6,042/month
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$1,289
Average $1,394/week
$1,517
$32
Average $35/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $78,877 $6,573 $1,517 $38
Average $72,502 $6,042 $1,394 $35
25th Percentile $67,012 $5,584 $1,289 $32

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Salary Trends for Data Science Associate

Salaries for a Data Science Associate can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,693 in 2023 to around $66,049 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Science Associate salary trends, .

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