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Data scientist salary in Bethesda, MD, 2026

How much does a Data Scientist make in Bethesda, MD?

Average base salary

$142,901
9%
above national average
Average $142,901
Low $92,695
High $220,301

The average salary for a data scientist is $142,901 per year in Bethesda, MD. 29 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 19, 2026).

Data Scientist job openings in Bethesda, MD

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Data Scientist - TS/SCI
Xcelerate Solutions3.8out of 5 stars.
Bethesda, MD
2 weeks ago

Highest paying companies for Data Scientist in Bethesda, MD

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Absolute Business Solutions Co...
 
$204,000per year
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DCI Solutions
 
$195,000per year
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Noblis
 
$170,213per year
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DCCA
 
$161,500per year
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GAP Solutions, Inc.
 
$140,000per year
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United Educators
 
$133,750per year
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Highest paying cities for Data Scientists near Bethesda, MD

  1. Columbia, MD
    $175,777 per year
  2. Annapolis Junction, MD
    $154,911 per year
  3. Fort Meade, MD
    $154,173 per year
  4. Fort George G Meade, MD
    $153,287 per year
  5. Laurel, MD
    $146,569 per year

Where can a Data Scientist earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Data Scientist get paid in Bethesda, MD?

Chief Data Scientist

Job openings
Average $211,382 per year

Data Science Intern

Job openings
Average $23.07 per hour

Director of Data Science

Job openings
Average $154,919 per year

Junior Data Scientist

Job openings
Average $117,946 per year

Lead Data Scientist

Job openings
Average $181,456 per year

Principal Data Scientist

Job openings
Average $196,584 per year