Data Scientists pay in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler
In Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ), the median pay for data scientists is $55.07 an hour ($114,540 a year). About 3,480 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 7% higher than the Arizona median ($107,240).
Pay range for data scientists in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $33.12 | $68,880 |
| 25% of workers | $41.12 | $85,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $55.07 | $114,540 |
| 75% of workers | $65.73 | $136,710 |
| 90% of workers | $79.58 | $165,520 |
Data Scientists pay in Arizona metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (this page) | $114,540 | 3,480 |
| Sierra Vista-Douglas | $103,440 | 40 |
| Yuma | $97,580 | 50 |
| Flagstaff | $95,080 | 50 |
| Tucson | $83,650 | 360 |
| Prescott Valley-Prescott | $79,990 | 50 |
Arizona unemployment rate: 4.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for data scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +34.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 24,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler (AZ)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $79,190 |
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