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Data scientist salary in United States in 2026

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Data scientist salary in United States in 2026

A senior Data scientist in United States earns a median of 20,000 USD gross monthly, around 18,520 €. Total employer cost is roughly 19,992 € monthly, including employer contributions. Levels range from junior to senior per the grid below.

Salaries by seniority in United States

SeniorityMedian gross≈ EURp10p90
Junior9,000 USD8,334 €7,400 USD11,000 USD
Mid-level13,300 USD12,316 €11,000 USD16,800 USD
Senior20,000 USD18,520 €16,000 USD30,000 USD

Indicative EUR conversion using the rate dated 2026-05-07. Use the calculator for a complete net pay and contributions simulation.

How to read Data scientist salaries in United States

The median divides observed pay into two equal groups. The p10 and p90 percentiles show a market range that is more useful than a single average.

In the available references, monthly gross pay runs from 9,000 USD at junior level to 20,000 USD at senior level.

Net salary then depends on employee contributions, taxable income and individual circumstances. Employer cost adds employer contributions to gross salary.

See contributions, taxes and employment rules in United States

The role of Data scientist in United States shows a median monthly gross salary of 20,000 USD (~18,520 €). This figure is calculated from n/a Kernel observations, cross-referenced with public sources on local taxation.

For a foreign employer, total loaded cost for a senior reaches approximately 19,992 € per month, including estimated employer contributions under the active country parameters.

Below you'll find the breakdown by seniority (junior, mid-level, senior), p10 and p90 percentiles, and a comparison with a reference country to quickly situate the market.

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