Data Scientists pay in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington
In Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN), the median pay for data scientists is $62.39 an hour ($129,780 a year). About 3,250 people work in this job there.
That is 8% higher than the U.S. median ($120,230). It is about the same as the Minnesota median ($128,800).
Pay range for data scientists in Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $34.61 | $71,990 |
| 25% of workers | $45.55 | $94,750 |
| Half of workers (median) | $62.39 | $129,780 |
| 75% of workers | $78.34 | $162,950 |
| 90% of workers | $94.01 | $195,530 |
Data Scientists pay in Minnesota metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (this page) | $129,780 | 3,250 |
| Duluth | $99,400 | 50 |
Minnesota unemployment rate: 4.4% (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 Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington (MN)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Operations Research Analysts | $95,450 |
| Actuaries | $125,960 |
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