Occupation ยท SOC 15-2051
Data Scientists: can it be done remotely?
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According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of data scientists has no teleworkability classification in the source data. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 233,440 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $112,590 ($54.13 an hour).
US employment
233,440
Median annual wage
$112,590
Mean annual wage
$124,590
Median hourly wage
$54.13
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $48,590 (+43.2%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Marketing Managers | $161,030 | $48,440 (+43.0%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Mathematicians | $121,680 | $9,090 (+8.1%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $171,200 | $58,610 (+52.1%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $117,960 | $5,370 (+4.8%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California36,850
- 2. Texas23,420
- 3. New York20,070
- 4. Pennsylvania10,430
- 5. North Carolina10,140
- 6. Massachusetts9,990
- 7. Florida9,480
- 8. Washington7,930
- 9. Georgia7,730
- 10. Illinois7,390
States that pay the most
- 1. Washington$158,760
- 2. District of Columbia$137,120
- 3. California$136,800
- 4. Massachusetts$132,250
- 5. New Jersey$130,370
- 6. Virginia$126,070
- 7. New York$125,400
- 8. Maryland$124,340
- 9. Hawaii$123,880
- 10. Vermont$120,670
Median annual wage. Based on 52 states and territories with published figures.
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