Data Scientist
16 survey reports in the CompShop directory benchmark Data Scientist pay from The Croner Company, ERI Economic Research Institute, Empsight and others. Open any report below for scope, methodology, and pricing.
The Croner Company
Croner Entertainment Survey, United States
United StatesThe Croner Company
Croner Digital Content & Technology Survey
United StatesThe Croner Company
C2HR Content Developers Compensation Survey
United StatesThe Croner Company
C2HR Connectivity Providers Compensation Survey
United StatesThe Croner Company
Croner Software Games Survey, North America
North America (US & Canada)The Croner Company
Croner Software Games Survey, International
International (13+ countries)The Croner Company
Croner Entertainment Survey, International
International (10 countries)ERI Economic Research Institute
Engineering and Environmental Services Salary Survey
United States (with Canadian cuts)ERI Economic Research Institute
Information Technology, Software Services Salary Survey
United States (with Canadian cuts)ERI Economic Research Institute
Research and Development Salary Survey
United States (with Canadian cuts)ERI Economic Research Institute
Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals Salary Survey
United States (with Canadian cuts)Empsight
Empsight Digital Marketing / Marketing / Sales Compensation Survey
United StatesEmpsight
Empsight Executive Compensation Survey
United StatesEmpsight
Empsight Finance & Compliance Compensation Survey
United StatesEmpsight
Empsight Information Technology & Security Compensation Survey
United StatesCUPA-HR
CUPA-HR Professionals in Higher Education Survey
United StatesRole summary
Responsible for analyzing complex data and providing data-driven advice for their unit. Manages statistical data and creates predictive models based on unit's needs. Possesses advanced analytical skills, as well as oral and written communication abilities. Processes research information for easier consumption and transforms it into actionable plans. Provides value to unit through findings and thoughtful insights. Typically requires a graduate degree and many years of experience.
Job summary sourced from the Empsight benchmark job library.
Data Scientist salary survey FAQ
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- Which compensation surveys cover Data Scientist pay?
- 16 surveys publish Data Scientist benchmarks, including data from The Croner Company, ERI Economic Research Institute, Empsight and other publishers. The full list is on this page; click into any one for scope, methodology, and pricing.
- How does Data Scientist pay vary by industry and geography?
- Compensation for Data Scientist varies by industry, region, company size, and revenue. Most surveys above publish cuts on those dimensions. Industry-specific surveys (healthcare, tech, financial services, etc.) typically report meaningfully different ranges than cross-industry surveys for the same role.
- What is the typical salary range for Data Scientist?
- CompShop is a directory of compensation-survey publishers, not a salary aggregator. Actual Data Scientist ranges live in the surveys listed on this page. Most publishers report 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile salary data plus total cash compensation.
- How often should I refresh Data Scientist pay benchmarks?
- Annually is the standard cadence for primary roles. Survey data older than two years is generally too stale for setting current pay ranges, especially in hot segments. Most publishers above release annual editions; a few offer semi-annual updates for fast-moving markets.