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Machine Learning Data Scientist: Average Salary & Pay Trends 2026 | Glassdoor
How much does Machine Learning Data Scientist make?
Total pay range
$142K - $211K/yr
$172K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$112K - $154K/yrBase pay
$30K - $57K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 202532 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Research & Science?
Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.
Frequently asked questions about Data Scientist - Machine Learning salaries
The average salary for Data Scientist - Machine Learning is $171,655 per year or $83 per hour, with top earners making up to $252,740 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $141,837 (25th percentile) to $211,019 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 32 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Data Scientist - Machine Learning employees.
The highest salary for Data Scientist - Machine Learning is $211,019 per year, $17,585 per month or $101 per hour.
The lowest salary for Data Scientist - Machine Learning is $141,837 per year, $11,820 per month or $68 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Data Scientist - Machine Learning ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $156,823 per year (estimate) and goes up to $300,457 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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