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

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

How does experience change A Staff Data Scientist's salary?

A Staff Data Scientist's salary grows with experience: a Data Scientist I (0-2 years)earns $74,223, a Data Scientist II (2-4 years)earns $90,822, a Staff Data Scientist (4-7 years)earns $116,152, a Data Scientist IV (7+ years)earns $132,369, a Data Scientist V (7-10 years)earns $177,460,

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

Staff Data Scientist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Staff Data Scientist roles are District of Columbia $127,782, California $127,297, Massachusetts $125,601. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Staff Data Scientist level roles vary by specialization: Data Scientist VI: $182,706; Data Scientist V: $176,523; Data Scientist IV: $131,670; Data Scientist: $118,409; Data Scientist III: $115,539.

Staff Data Scientist Salary in Delaware

How much does a Staff Data Scientist make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Staff Data Scientist in Delaware is $116,876 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $135,662
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $107,287 to $126,709
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $98,558

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Staff Data Scientist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,709	$10,559	$2,437	$61
Average	$116,876	$9,740	$2,248	$56
25th Percentile	$107,287	$8,941	$2,063	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Staff Data Scientist Salaries

A Staff Data Scientist'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 Staff Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Staff Data Scientist'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): $74,223
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,822
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $116,152
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,369
Expert (over 8 years): $177,460

Levels	Salary
Data Scie... Level Staff Data Scientist	$74,223
Data Scie... Level Staff Data Scientist	$90,822
Staff Dat... Level Staff Data Scientist	$116,152
Data Scie... Level Staff Data Scientist	$132,369
Data Scie... Level Staff Data Scientist	$177,460

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

District of Columbia: $127,782.
California: $127,297.
Massachusetts: $125,601.

District of Columbia $127,782 California $127,297 Massachusetts $125,601 Washington $125,139 New Jersey $125,093 Alaska $124,931 Connecticut $123,339 New York $122,692

Hawaii $120,627 Rhode Island $119,657 Maryland $118,999 Minnesota $118,099 Colorado $117,753 Illinois $117,637 Oregon $117,199 Delaware $116,876

New Hampshire $116,673 Virginia $116,218 Pennsylvania $114,891 Nevada $114,221 North Dakota $114,002 Michigan $113,656 Wisconsin $113,529 Vermont $113,275

Texas $112,571 Maine $112,525 Arizona $112,456 Ohio $112,375 Georgia $111,313 Indiana $110,782 Wyoming $110,678 Utah $110,517

Iowa $110,447 Kansas $109,893 Louisiana $109,732 North Carolina $109,674 Missouri $109,651 Florida $109,201 Montana $108,959 Nebraska $108,728

Kentucky $108,601 South Carolina $108,139 Tennessee $107,851 Idaho $107,735 New Mexico $106,893 Oklahoma $106,708 Alabama $106,027 South Dakota $104,885

Arkansas $104,261 West Virginia $103,927 Mississippi $102,923

Top Paying Cities for Staff Data Scientists

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: $116,349
Little Creek: $117,201
Magnolia: $117,033

Lincoln, DE $116,349 Little Creek, DE $117,201 Magnolia, DE $117,033 Milford, DE $116,645 Marydel, DE $116,836 Millsboro, DE $115,861 Millville, DE $116,040 Milton, DE $116,241

Nassau, DE $116,325 Ocean View, DE $116,021 Rehoboth Beach, DE $116,243 Seaford, DE $116,309 Selbyville, DE $115,828 Smyrna, DE $117,282 Viola, DE $116,742 Woodside, DE $117,056

Bear, DE $116,786 Newark, DE $116,742 Claymont, DE $116,981 Delaware City, DE $116,858 Hockessin, DE $116,731 Kirkwood, DE $116,836 Middletown, DE $116,881 Montchanin, DE $116,758

New Castle, DE $116,775 Odessa, DE $116,939 Port Penn, DE $117,018 Rockland, DE $116,770 Saint Georges, DE $116,845 Townsend, DE $117,025 Winterthur, DE $116,783 Lewes, DE $116,286

Wilmington, DE $116,737 Dover, DE $117,201 Dover Afb, DE $116,584 Bethany Beach, DE $115,898 Bethel, DE $116,018 Bridgeville, DE $116,292 Camden Wyoming, DE $116,871 Cheswold, DE $117,163

Clayton, DE $117,167 Dagsboro, DE $115,817 Delmar, DE $115,632 Ellendale, DE $115,982 Felton, DE $116,636 Fenwick Island, DE $115,843 Frankford, DE $115,641 Frederica, DE $116,751

Georgetown, DE $115,774 Greenwood, DE $116,310 Harbeson, DE $115,897 Harrington, DE $116,488 Hartly, DE $116,850 Houston, DE $116,322 Kenton, DE $117,172 Laurel, DE $115,704

Yorklyn, DE $116,766

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

Understanding how a Staff Data Scientist'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 May 01, 2026

$107,287

Average $116,876/year

$126,709

$8,941

Average $9,740/month

$10,559

$2,063

Average $2,248/week

$2,437

$52

Average $56/hour

$61

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$126,709	$10,559	$2,437	$61
Average	$116,876	$9,740	$2,248	$56
25th Percentile	$107,287	$8,941	$2,063	$52

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