Data Science Junior Salary in the United States

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Science Junior in the United States is $72,289 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $84,326
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,843 to $78,590
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,885
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Wage
75th Percentile $78,590 $6,549 $1,511 $38
Average $72,289 $6,024 $1,390 $35
25th Percentile $66,843 $5,570 $1,285 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Data Science Junior Salaries

A Data Science Junior'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 Junior Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Science Junior'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): $72,667
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $88,921
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,712
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,591
  • Expert (over 8 years): $173,724
Levels Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Science Junior$72,667
Data Scie... Level Data Science Junior$88,921
Data Scie... Level Data Science Junior$113,712
Data Scie... Level Data Science Junior$129,591
Data Scie... Level Data Science Junior$173,724
$72,667 0 yr
$88,921 < 2 yrs
$113,712 2-4 yrs
$129,591 5-8 yrs
$173,724 > 8 yrs
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How Do Data Science Junior 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 Juniors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $80,039.
  • California: $79,735.
  • Massachusetts: $78,672.

Top Paying Cities for Data Science Juniors

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: $91,178
  • San Francisco: $90,282
  • Oakland: $88,280

What Skills Can Increase a Data Science Junior'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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Skills Demand Percentage
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 Junior'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
 $81,687
13%
Biochemistry
 $80,241
11%
Inference
 $78,072
8%
Chemistry
 $78,072
8%
Predictive Analytics
 $77,349
7%
Collaboration
 $76,627
6%
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Data Science Junior Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Data Science Junior'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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$66,843
Average $72,289/year
$78,590
$5,570
Average $6,024/month
$6,549
$1,285
Average $1,390/week
$1,511
$32
Average $35/hour
$38
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $78,590 $6,549 $1,511 $38
Average $72,289 $6,024 $1,390 $35
25th Percentile $66,843 $5,570 $1,285 $32

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Salary Trends for Data Science Junior

Salaries for a Data Science Junior can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $66,503 in 2023 to around $65,861 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Data Science Junior salary trends, .

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