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

A Data Scientist Consultant's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist VI (10-12 years)earns $183,457, a Data Science Supervisor (12+ years)earns $118,395, a Data Scientist Consultant (12+ years)earns $149,470, a Data Science Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $195,113, a Data Science Director (12+ years)earns $238,049,

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

Data Scientist Consultant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Data Scientist Consultant roles are District of Columbia $162,552, California $161,936, Massachusetts $159,778. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Data Scientist Consultant level roles vary by specialization: Chief Data Scientist: $453,733; Data Scientist VI: $182,709; Principal Data Scientist: $181,020; Data Scientist V: $176,534; Consultant Scientist: $148,619.

Data Scientist Consultant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Data Scientist Consultant make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Data Scientist Consultant in Delaware is $148,679 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,258
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $137,286 to $159,974
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $126,913

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Data Scientist Consultant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,974	$13,331	$3,076	$77
Average	$148,679	$12,390	$2,859	$71
25th Percentile	$137,286	$11,440	$2,640	$66

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Key Factors That Influence Data Scientist Consultant Salaries

A Data Scientist Consultant'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 Scientist Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Data Scientist Consultant'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): $183,457
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,395
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $149,470
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $195,113
Expert (over 8 years): $238,049

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Data Scientist Consultant	$183,457
Data Scie... Level Data Scientist Consultant	$118,395
Data Scie... Level Data Scientist Consultant	$149,470
Data Scie... Level Data Scientist Consultant	$195,113
Data Scie... Level Data Scientist Consultant	$238,049

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How Do Data Scientist Consultant 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 Scientist Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $162,552.
California: $161,936.
Massachusetts: $159,778.

District of Columbia $162,552 California $161,936 Massachusetts $159,778 Washington $159,190 New Jersey $159,132 Alaska $158,926 Connecticut $156,900 New York $156,078

Hawaii $153,450 Rhode Island $152,217 Maryland $151,380 Minnesota $150,235 Colorado $149,794 Illinois $149,648 Oregon $149,090 Delaware $148,679

New Hampshire $148,420 Virginia $147,842 Pennsylvania $146,153 Nevada $145,302 North Dakota $145,023 Michigan $144,582 Wisconsin $144,421 Vermont $144,098

Texas $143,202 Maine $143,144 Arizona $143,056 Ohio $142,953 Georgia $141,602 Indiana $140,927 Wyoming $140,795 Utah $140,589

Iowa $140,501 Kansas $139,796 Louisiana $139,591 North Carolina $139,517 Missouri $139,488 Florida $138,915 Montana $138,607 Nebraska $138,313

Kentucky $138,152 South Carolina $137,565 Tennessee $137,198 Idaho $137,051 New Mexico $135,979 Oklahoma $135,744 Alabama $134,878 South Dakota $133,425

Arkansas $132,632 West Virginia $132,206 Mississippi $130,929

Top Paying Cities for Data Scientist Consultants

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: $148,009
Little Creek: $149,093
Magnolia: $148,878

Lincoln, DE $148,009 Little Creek, DE $149,093 Magnolia, DE $148,878 Milford, DE $148,385 Marydel, DE $148,629 Millsboro, DE $147,388 Millville, DE $147,616 Milton, DE $147,871

Nassau, DE $147,978 Ocean View, DE $147,591 Rehoboth Beach, DE $147,874 Seaford, DE $147,958 Selbyville, DE $147,345 Smyrna, DE $149,195 Viola, DE $148,508 Woodside, DE $148,908

Bear, DE $148,564 Newark, DE $148,508 Claymont, DE $148,812 Delaware City, DE $148,657 Hockessin, DE $148,495 Kirkwood, DE $148,629 Middletown, DE $148,686 Montchanin, DE $148,529

New Castle, DE $148,551 Odessa, DE $148,759 Port Penn, DE $148,859 Rockland, DE $148,543 Saint Georges, DE $148,639 Townsend, DE $148,868 Winterthur, DE $148,561 Lewes, DE $147,928

Wilmington, DE $148,502 Dover, DE $149,093 Dover Afb, DE $148,307 Bethany Beach, DE $147,435 Bethel, DE $147,588 Bridgeville, DE $147,936 Camden Wyoming, DE $148,673 Cheswold, DE $149,044

Clayton, DE $149,049 Dagsboro, DE $147,332 Delmar, DE $147,096 Ellendale, DE $147,542 Felton, DE $148,373 Fenwick Island, DE $147,365 Frankford, DE $147,108 Frederica, DE $148,520

Georgetown, DE $147,276 Greenwood, DE $147,959 Harbeson, DE $147,434 Harrington, DE $148,185 Hartly, DE $148,646 Houston, DE $147,974 Kenton, DE $149,056 Laurel, DE $147,188

Yorklyn, DE $148,539

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

Understanding how a Data Scientist Consultant'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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$137,286

Average $148,679/year

$159,974

$11,440

Average $12,390/month

$13,331

$2,640

Average $2,859/week

$3,076

$66

Average $71/hour

$77

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$159,974	$13,331	$3,076	$77
Average	$148,679	$12,390	$2,859	$71
25th Percentile	$137,286	$11,440	$2,640	$66

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