Advanced Data Scientist Salary in the United States

How much does an Advanced Data Scientist make in the United States? As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Advanced Data Scientist in the United States is $109,401 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,822
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $100,177 to $117,473
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $91,779

Key Factors That Influence Advanced Data Scientist Salaries

An Advanced 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Advanced Data Scientist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Advanced 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): $103,102
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,872
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $105,103
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,280
  • Expert (over 8 years): $111,083
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Entry Level Advanced Data Scientist less than 1 year $103,102
Early Career Level Advanced Data Scientist 1-2 years $103,872
Mid-Level Level Advanced Data Scientist 2-4 years $105,103
Senior-Level Level Advanced Data Scientist 5-8 years $108,280
Expert Level Advanced Data Scientist over 8 years $111,083

Top Paying Cities for Advanced Data Scientist

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: $137,987
  • San Francisco: $136,477
  • Oakland: $133,601

Advanced Data Scientist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Advanced Data Scientist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Advanced Data Scientist positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Advanced Data Scientist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Advanced Data Scientist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology $131,281 $63.0 20%
Healthcare $120,341 $58.0 10%

How Education impacts an Advanced Data Scientist's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Advanced Data Scientist professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Advanced Data Scientist with a Associate's is between $106,145 and $111,595.

Advanced Data Scientist Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Advanced Data Scientist
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 21.6%
High School 78.4%
Associate's Degree 0%
Bachelor's Degree 21.6%
Master's Degree or MBA 78.4%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

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

Understanding how an Advanced 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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$100,177
Average $109,401/year
$117,473
$8,348
Average $9,117/month
$9,789
$1,926
Average $2,104/week
$2,259
$48
Average $53/hour
$56
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $117,473 $9,789 $2,259 $56
Average $109,401 $9,117 $2,104 $53
25th Percentile $100,177 $8,348 $1,926 $48

Most common benefits for Advanced Data Scientist

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Advanced Data Scientist

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FAQ about Advanced Data Scientist

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Advanced Data Scientist?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Advanced Data Scientist roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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