Entry-Level Data Scientist Salaries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The following salary data is split into four categories: salary by role, by industry, by location, and by education. Each of these factors can influence your rate of pay both during your time as a junior data scientist and once you\u2019ve gained seniority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
By Role<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Data scientists<\/a> can have different specialties that affect their job titles and the salaries they receive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Internships are usually completed during or soon after completing a college degree and can be either paid or unpaid. For a paid data scientist intern, the median average salary is $96,982.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The title of \u201cJunior data scientist\u201d is a popular role for data scientists in their first or second year on the job. It doesn\u2019t denote any specialties, so you can often expect a varied set of responsibilities and opportunities to learn new skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data engineers and data scientists<\/a> have similar responsibilities, especially when it comes to data analysis. However, data engineers<\/a> also focus on developing systems for collecting and storing data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Machine learning<\/a> is a part of data science that focuses on predictive modeling and improving the efficiency of dealing with large data sets. Because it\u2019s a specialized field that requires specific education and skills, it often pays more than general data scientist roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data scientists are valued differently from industry to industry, so it\u2019s important to pay attention to the average base salaries in each industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data scientists working in banking and finance are often akin to financial advisors, as they take existing data and make predictions about future prospects. It\u2019s one of the most lucrative industries a data scientist can work in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data scientists are also needed in the healthcare industry to help make predictions about certain diseases and the efficacy of medications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data scientists working in tech can have a range of roles and responsibilities, but the through-line is that tech companies tend to generate a lot of data, which data scientists can analyze to help inform business decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The canny ability of online retailers to make product recommendations is largely due to the work of data scientists. But that\u2019s just one way in which retail and e-commerce use data scientists. They also help predict when will be the most lucrative time to do sales, and how to best price products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Airlines and similar travel providers need data scientists to help them predict demand, and price their services accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Agriculture has always been an unpredictable industry, but data scientists are helping to change that by analyzing the wide range of factors that can impact crops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Data scientists help media conglomerates tailor suggestions to their viewers and also help executives determine what kinds of content viewers want to see.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shipping and logistics companies are constantly trying to figure out how to best allocate their resources to get things where they need to go in the shortest amount of time. Data scientists are key to making this happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Manufacturing is a complex process that entails looking at a variety of data points and data sets, making this industry ripe for the kind of work done by data scientists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Location can have a big impact on salaries in any industry or career, and data science is no exception. Here we\u2019ll compare salaries in countries around the world with the salaries in the United States. While each salary will be converted to U.S. dollars, bear in mind that direct comparison isn\u2019t always very useful due to the stark differences in the cost of living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For data scientists in their first year of work, the national average salary in the United States is $113,792<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The average salary in the United Kingdom converts to around $59,522.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The average salary in India converts to around $11,624 a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The average salary for junior data scientists in Australia equates to $71,958.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The average data science salary in Germany converts to $66,841.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In South Africa, the average salary for entry-level data scientists converts to around $23,428.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Salary Range: NOK 642,000-NOK 721,000<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Median Salary: NOK 671,175<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n In Norway, the average salary is around $62,866 when converted to U.S. dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Education can also have some impact on your salary, but typically less so than location and industry. Current research<\/a> shows that 76.6% of data scientists hold a master\u2019s or PhD degree and 19.8% have a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n However, it also shows that the number of individuals whose first job title was \u201cdata scientist\u201d is also on the rise (22.6%), showing that the field is beginning to expand beyond senior tech workers who transition into data science after gaining 5-8 years of experience elsewhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you break into data science without a degree<\/a>, you will likely still be applying to roles that list at least a bachelor\u2019s degree as a requirement. This means your average salary would be no less than what a data scientist with a bachelor\u2019s degree gets paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For new data scientists with a bachelor\u2019s degree, the average salary range is $88,151-$93,553<\/a>. It\u2019s common to see postings like this one, which ask that candidates at least have a bachelor\u2019s degree. However, data science bootcamps<\/a> are quickly becoming the norm, and are replacing this requirement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you enter data science with a master\u2019s degree, you may be able to start on a higher salary, but it\u2019s not a guarantee. The average range is similar to those for bachelor\u2019s degree holders at $85,000-$105,000<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the data we\u2019ve presented here can help you choose the best-paying option for your first data science job, boosting your salary is all about what you do after you land your first role.<\/p>\n\n\n Follow the Work (and the Money)<\/p>\n Expand Your Skill Set<\/p>\n Negotiate the Job Offer<\/p>\n Get More Experience<\/p>\n Specialize<\/p>\n Ask for a Salary Review<\/p>\n Don\u2019t Be Afraid To Switch Jobs<\/p>\n Location is a big factor in what work you can get and how much it pays. Whether you\u2019re a fresh graduate entering the workforce or switching careers later on in life, being open to relocation is very likely to help your career and your salary. Metropolitan areas in the United States<\/a>, for example, usually have substantially higher pay rates for data scientists compared to other places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Building up work experience is a large part of earning promotions and new positions, but it\u2019s also important to put direct effort into expanding your skills. You can do this during work to some extent, but if you want to develop technical skills in a different area, you will need to study outside of work as well. Adding to your skill set will help you reach higher pay bands in your current area, or help you transition into better-paid areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Assess the value you\u2019ll bring to that team or department, how important your projects are, and who else has enough domain knowledge to take them on. All of these things will help you gauge the right pay band or salary. If you fill a critical gap, then you can use this to leverage a higher salary.<\/p>\n\n\n\nData Science Intern<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Data Scientist<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Data Engineer<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Junior Machine Learning Engineer<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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By Industry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Healthcare and Pharma<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Technology<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Retail and E-Commerce<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Tourism<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Agriculture<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Media<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Transportation and Logistics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Manufacturing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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By Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
USA<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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UK<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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India<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Australia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Germany<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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South Africa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Norway<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Master\u2019s Degree<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
How To Boost Your Data Scientist Salary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Follow the Work (and the Money)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Expand Your Skill Set<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Negotiate the Job Offer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Get More Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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