SOC 15-2051 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Data Scientists in Massachusetts is $133,983 per year ($64.41/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $112,590. The middle 50% earn between $98,340 and $185,417 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $231,357.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $36.41 | $75,741 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $47.28 | $98,340 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $64.41 | $133,983 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $89.14 | $185,417 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $111.23 | $231,357 | +19.0% |
Information sector openings declined modestly (-9K) in February. Quit rates dropped to 1.3%, the lowest in a decade. The "Great Stay" is strongest in tech: employees are staying put, giving employers maximum leverage on new offers.
The median (P50) annual salary for Data Scientists in Massachusetts is approximately $133,983, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $112,590.
Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $75,741 per year. The 25th percentile is $98,340. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $231,357.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $112,590 vs $133,983 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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