Data Scientists pay in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell
In Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA), the median pay for data scientists is $52.37 an hour ($108,940 a year). About 6,820 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 4% higher than the Georgia median ($104,340).
Pay range for data scientists in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.82 | $72,430 |
| 25% of workers | $43.52 | $90,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.37 | $108,940 |
| 75% of workers | $69.55 | $144,670 |
| 90% of workers | $82.76 | $172,130 |
Data Scientists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (this page) | $108,940 | 6,820 |
| Dalton | $101,020 | 50 |
| Albany | $97,350 | 50 |
| Savannah | $97,200 | 160 |
| Macon-Bibb County | $95,550 | 80 |
| Augusta-Richmond County | $92,800 | 220 |
| Rome | $92,130 | 30 |
| Warner Robins | $87,060 | 110 |
| Gainesville | $84,670 | 70 |
| Columbus | $78,620 | 140 |
| Athens-Clarke County | $76,090 | 30 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell (GA)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $77,510 |
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