Highest-Paying Countries for Data Scientists (2026)
Countries with the highest mid-level median salaries for data scientists. Figures are annual, in USD.
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The ranking
| # | Country | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | $158,000 |
| 2 | Canada | $118,000 |
| 3 | Australia | $118,000 |
| 4 | Singapore | $92,000 |
| 5 | United Kingdom | $90,000 |
| 6 | Germany | $85,000 |
| 7 | United Arab Emirates | $78,000 |
| 8 | Brazil | $38,000 |
| 9 | India | $32,000 |
| 10 | Nepal | $14,000 |
Salaries are mid-level annual medians in USD.
How this ranking was built
We aggregate salary data from public surveys, official labor statistics and crowdsourced reports across 50+ countries. Each value represents a mid-level professional with 3–5 years of experience. We normalize all currencies to USD using current exchange rates. Read our full methodology for source breakdowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
United States ranks #1 with a median salary of $158,000 per year.
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