Data Scientists pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for data scientists is $65.04 an hour ($135,280 a year). About 6,430 people work in this job there.
That is 13% higher than the U.S. median ($120,230). New Jersey ranks 4th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for data scientists in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.81 | $80,720 |
| 25% of workers | $49.02 | $101,970 |
| Half of workers (median) | $65.04 | $135,280 |
| 75% of workers | $80.45 | $167,330 |
| 90% of workers | $98.05 | $203,950 |
Data Scientists pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $135,320 | 430 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $97,930 | 70 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Actuaries | $142,800 |
| Statisticians | $118,280 |
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