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Lead Data Scientist

Average Lead Data Scientist Salary

Average Lead Data Scientist Salary

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$132,855
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$99k
MEDIAN
$133k
90%
$177k

The average salary for a Lead Data Scientist is $132,855

Base Salary
$99k - $177k
Bonus
$5k - $30k
Profit Sharing
$2k - $30k
Total Pay
$102k - $195k
Currency: USD
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Updated: Thu Feb 11 2021
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Lead Data Scientists?

Early Career
▼8%
Mid Career
▲5%
Late Career
▲11%
Experienced
▲26%
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Gender Breakdown

Male
77.2%
Female
21.2%
Prefer to self-define
1.6%
This data is based on 184 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.

Common Health Benefits

Medical

94%

Dental

86%

Vision

78%

None

6%

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