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Data scientist salary in New York, NY

How much does a Data Scientist make in New York, NY?

Average base salary

$128,390
same
as national average
Average $128,390
Low $82,352
High $200,165
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a data scientist is $128,390 per year in New York, NY. 316 salaries reported, updated at June 8, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in New York, NY

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Top companies for Data Scientists in New York, NY

  1. Stitch Fix
    3.2
    747 reviews9 salaries reported
    $225,390per year
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Highest paying cities for Data Scientists near New York, NY

  1. Tarrytown, NY
    $138,988 per year
    7 salaries reported
  2. Liverpool, NY
    $131,000 per year
    11 salaries reported
  3. Armonk, NY
    $128,482 per year
    40 salaries reported
  1. New York, NY
    $128,390 per year
    316 salaries reported
  2. Rochester, NY
    $123,253 per year
    10 salaries reported
  3. Manhattan, NY
    $119,092 per year
    9 salaries reported
  1. White Plains, NY
    $113,860 per year
    5 salaries reported
  2. Albany, NY
    $113,680 per year
    5 salaries reported
  3. Brooklyn, NY
    $99,659 per year
    14 salaries reported
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Where can a Data Scientist earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Data Scientists

Top skills
Cloud Architecture
+27.28%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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30 jobs45
99 jobs204
57 jobs74
15 jobs20
8 jobs12
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Most common benefits for Data Scientists

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Adoption assistance
  • Commuter assistance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Gym membership
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Stock options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 222 ratings

68% of Data Scientists in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in New York, NY?

Data Analyst

1,190 job openings

Average $84,429 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Data Scientist

How can data scientists increase their salaries?

To increase your salary as a data scientist, consider the following options:

  • Change of industry: Consider changing to an industry that is more competitive and willing to pay higher salaries. Social networking companies like Google and Facebook often pay premium salaries for data scientists, as do financial organizations or manufacturers.
  • Higher education: Data scientists who obtain a doctoral degree are generally able to qualify for more advanced positions and higher salaries.
  • Leadership roles: Senior data scientists oversee junior data scientists in addition to their regular responsibilities.
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How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a data scientist?

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