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

A Data Science Associate's salary grows with experience: starting around $73,423 for beginners, reaching about $75,588 at mid-level, and approach $76,111 for experts.

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

Data Science Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Science Associate roles are District of Columbia $80,274, California $79,969, Massachusetts $78,904. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Science Associate level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Data Science: $389,186; VP of Data Science: $308,308; Data Science Director: $236,930; Associate Director of Data Science: $200,774; Data Science Senior Manager: $194,318.

Data Science Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Science Associate make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Associate in Delaware is $73,423 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): $85,756
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $67,863 to $79,879
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,801

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Data Science Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,879	$6,657	$1,536	$38
Average	$73,423	$6,119	$1,412	$35
25th Percentile	$67,863	$5,655	$1,305	$33

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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): $73,423
Early Career (1-2 years): $74,018
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,588
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $75,902
Expert (over 8 years): $76,111

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Data Science Associate	$73,423
Intermediate Level Data Science Associate	$74,018
Senior Level Data Science Associate	$75,588
Specialist Level Data Science Associate	$75,902
Expert Level Data Science Associate	$76,111

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

District of Columbia: $80,274.
California: $79,969.
Massachusetts: $78,904.

District of Columbia $80,274 California $79,969 Massachusetts $78,904 Washington $78,614 New Jersey $78,585 Alaska $78,483 Connecticut $77,483 New York $77,077

Hawaii $75,779 Rhode Island $75,170 Maryland $74,757 Minnesota $74,191 Colorado $73,974 Illinois $73,901 Oregon $73,626 Delaware $73,423

New Hampshire $73,295 Virginia $73,009 Pennsylvania $72,176 Nevada $71,755 North Dakota $71,617 Michigan $71,400 Wisconsin $71,320 Vermont $71,161

Texas $70,718 Maine $70,689 Arizona $70,646 Ohio $70,595 Georgia $69,928 Indiana $69,594 Wyoming $69,529 Utah $69,428

Iowa $69,384 Kansas $69,036 Louisiana $68,935 North Carolina $68,898 Missouri $68,884 Florida $68,601 Montana $68,449 Nebraska $68,304

Kentucky $68,224 South Carolina $67,934 Tennessee $67,753 Idaho $67,680 New Mexico $67,151 Oklahoma $67,035 Alabama $66,607 South Dakota $65,890

Arkansas $65,498 West Virginia $65,288 Mississippi $64,657

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:

Lincoln: $75,989
Little Creek: $75,286
Magnolia: $75,598

Lincoln, DE $75,989 Little Creek, DE $75,286 Magnolia, DE $75,598 Milford, DE $75,989 Marydel, DE $75,003 Millsboro, DE $75,989 Millville, DE $76,497 Milton, DE $75,989

Nassau, DE $75,989 Ocean View, DE $76,497 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,497 Seaford, DE $75,192 Selbyville, DE $76,497 Smyrna, DE $74,916 Viola, DE $75,598 Woodside, DE $75,380

Bear, DE $74,365 Newark, DE $74,394 Claymont, DE $74,452 Delaware City, DE $74,394 Hockessin, DE $74,452 Kirkwood, DE $74,394 Middletown, DE $74,764 Montchanin, DE $74,452

New Castle, DE $74,452 Odessa, DE $74,865 Port Penn, DE $74,191 Rockland, DE $74,452 Saint Georges, DE $74,394 Townsend, DE $74,757 Winterthur, DE $74,452 Lewes, DE $75,989

Wilmington, DE $74,452 Dover, DE $75,250 Dover Afb, DE $75,424 Bethany Beach, DE $76,497 Bethel, DE $75,192 Bridgeville, DE $75,989 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,329 Cheswold, DE $75,076

Clayton, DE $74,887 Dagsboro, DE $76,497 Delmar, DE $75,192 Ellendale, DE $75,989 Felton, DE $75,989 Fenwick Island, DE $76,497 Frankford, DE $76,497 Frederica, DE $75,989

Georgetown, DE $75,989 Greenwood, DE $75,989 Harbeson, DE $75,989 Harrington, DE $75,989 Hartly, DE $74,851 Houston, DE $75,989 Kenton, DE $74,887 Laurel, DE $75,192

Yorklyn, DE $74,452

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.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$67,863

Average $73,423/year

$79,879

$5,655

Average $6,119/month

$6,657

$1,305

Average $1,412/week

$1,536

$33

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$79,879	$6,657	$1,536	$38
Average	$73,423	$6,119	$1,412	$35
25th Percentile	$67,863	$5,655	$1,305	$33

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