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Senior Principal Data Scientist

Average Senior Principal Data Scientist Salary

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$139,991
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$101k
MEDIAN
$140k
90%
$178k

The average salary for a Senior Principal Data Scientist is $139,991 in 2025

Base Salary
$101k - $178k
Bonus
$3k - $25k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $16k
Commission
$10k - $30k
Total Pay
$103k - $191k
Based on 2,131 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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Common Health Benefits for a Senior Principal Data Scientist

Medical
93%
Dental
88%
Vision
81%
None
7%

Gender Breakdown for Senior Principal Data Scientists

Male
74.9%
Female
23.9%
Prefer to self-define
0.9%
This data is based on 666 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Senior Principal Data Scientists

What is the highest pay for Senior Principal Data Scientists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Senior Principal Data Scientist is $178k / year

What is the lowest pay for Senior Principal Data Scientists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Senior Principal Data Scientist is $101k / year

How can Senior Principal Data Scientists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Senior Principal Data Scientist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Senior Principal Data Scientist that oversees more junior Senior Principal Data Scientists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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