How much does a data scientist make in Washington?
$163,400a year
Median yearly pay for data scientists in Washington. That is $78.53 an hour or $13,610 a month.
- Hourly
- $78.53
- Vs. national median
- +36%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 9,600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $79,930Median: $163,400Highest 10%: $220,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $79,930 | $38.43 | |
| 25th | $105,200 | $50.60 | |
| Median | $163,400 | $78.53 | |
| 75th | $208,300 | $100.15 | |
| 90th | $220,000 | $105.79 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $164,700 |
| Kennewick, WA | $156,800 |
| Bremerton, WA | $134,200 |
| Portland, OR | $129,600 |
| Bellingham, WA | $120,200 |
| Olympia, WA | $120,000 |
| Spokane, WA | $117,300 |
| Lewiston, ID | $81,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for data scientists.
| 1. Washington | $163,400 |
| 2. California | $141,600 |
| 3. Maryland | $136,400 |
| 4. New Jersey | $135,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a data scientist make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $78.53 ($163,400 a year).
Do data scientists make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $163,400 against $120,200 nationally, 36% more.
Where does Washington rank for data scientist pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 49 states.
Which city in Washington pays data scientists the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $164,700 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.