Startup Data Scientist Salary

Startups pay Data Scientists a median salary of $169,836 per year. Based on 3,561 Data Scientist job postings with disclosed salaries from the last 12 months, most offers fall between $96,623 and $261,808, with an average of $172,610.

95th Percentile
$261,808
Average
$172,610
Range
$96,623 - $261,808
Sample Size
3,561
Last updated July 2026 · Data from real startup job postings · How we calculate salaries ·

Monthly Data Scientist Compensation Trends

Track how Data Scientist compensation has evolved over time. This chart shows the 95th percentile salary trends, giving you insight into competitive compensation packages for Data Scientist positions in the startup ecosystem.

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Data Scientist Salaries by Country

When it comes to geographic compensation for Data Scientist roles, startups in 🇺🇸 United States lead the pack with competitive salaries averaging around $267,747 per year. Meanwhile, 🇨🇦 Canada shows more modest compensation levels at approximately $186,910 annually.

Country Salary
🇺🇸 United States $267,747
🇨🇦 Canada $186,910

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