SOC 15-2051 · New York-Newark, NY-NJ · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Data Scientists in New York-Newark is $151,997 per year ($73.08/hr). This is 35% higher than the national median of $112,590. The middle 50% earn between $111,562 and $210,347 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $262,464.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $41.31 | $85,925 | +35.0% |
| P25 | $53.64 | $111,562 | +35.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $73.08 | $151,997 | +35.0% |
| P75 | $101.13 | $210,347 | +35.0% |
| P90 | $126.18 | $262,464 | +35.0% |
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 New York-Newark is approximately $151,997, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 35% higher than the national median of $112,590.
Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) in New York-Newark earn approximately $85,925 per year. The 25th percentile is $111,562. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $262,464.
New York-Newark pays 35% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $112,590 vs $151,997 in New York-Newark. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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