Data Scientists pay in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson
In Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (MD), the median pay for data scientists is $64.58 an hour ($134,320 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 12% higher than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is 2% lower than the Maryland median ($136,370).
Pay range for data scientists in Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (MD)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $36.93 | $76,820 |
| 25% of workers | $49.42 | $102,800 |
| Half of workers (median) | $64.58 | $134,320 |
| 75% of workers | $80.35 | $167,140 |
| 90% of workers | $109.26 | $227,250 |
Data Scientists pay in Maryland metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (this page) | $134,320 | 1,090 |
| Lexington Park | $129,020 | 90 |
| Hagerstown-Martinsburg | $97,190 | 50 |
Maryland unemployment rate: 4.1% (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 Baltimore-Columbia-Towson (MD)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $94,440 |
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