Data Scientist Salary in California
Explore data scientist salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$103,117
Monthly: $8,593
Biweekly: $3,966
Entry Level
$65,802
Monthly: $5,484
Biweekly: $2,531
Senior Level
$138,024
Monthly: $11,502
Biweekly: $5,309
Job Growth
28%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $65,802 | $103,117 | $138,024 |
| Monthly | $5,484 | $8,593 | $11,502 |
| Biweekly | $2,531 | $3,966 | $5,309 |
| Weekly | $1,265 | $1,983 | $2,654 |
| Hourly | $32 | $50 | $66 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$80,560
CA Median
$103,117
Difference
+$22,557
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Analyze complex datasets to inform business decisions and develop predictive models.
Education
Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, or related field
Key Skills
PythonRMachine LearningSQLData Visualization
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