Data Scientists pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria
In Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC), the median pay for data scientists is $63.56 an hour ($132,200 a year). About 9,260 people work in this job there.
That is 10% higher than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 5% higher than the District of Columbia median ($126,490).
Pay range for data scientists in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $40.99 | $85,250 |
| 25% of workers | $50.82 | $105,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $63.56 | $132,200 |
| 75% of workers | $83.16 | $172,960 |
| 90% of workers | $102.08 | $212,320 |
Data Scientists pay in District of Columbia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (this page) | $132,200 | 9,260 |
District of Columbia unemployment rate: 5.7% (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 Washington-Arlington-Alexandria (DC)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $127,600 |
| Statisticians | $136,660 |
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