Data Scientist H-1B Salary Data
Data Scientists analyze complex datasets to extract insights and drive business decisions. They use statistical methods, machine learning, and programming skills in Python and R. Demand for data scientists has surged across all industries, making it one of the highest-paid H-1B categories.
Avg. Salary
$144,000
Median Salary
$135,790
Salary Range
$34,403 – $731,000
Total Positions
2,634
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Data Scientist Salary by Company
| Company | Avg Salary | Min | Max | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huma | $139,004 | $108,000 | $179,625 | 3 |
| Capital One Services | $151,106 | $112,904 | $170,872 | 3 |
| Adobe | $173,000 | $156,000 | $190,000 | 2 |
| $234,000 | $228,000 | $240,000 | 2 | |
| Snowflake | $209,457 | $196,914 | $222,000 | 2 |
| Government Employee Insurance Company (GEICO) | $237,500 | $225,000 | $250,000 | 2 |
| TikTok | $277,000 | $260,000 | $294,000 | 2 |
| DoorDash | $178,000 | $178,000 | $178,000 | 2 |
| Charter Communications | $129,854 | $129,854 | $129,854 | 1 |
| People Tech | $96,117 | $96,117 | $96,117 | 1 |
| Compunnel Software | $139,750 | $139,750 | $139,750 | 1 |
| J.B. Hunt Transport | $118,893 | $118,893 | $118,893 | 1 |
| Wal-mart Associates | $133,952 | $133,952 | $133,952 | 1 |
| $159,386 | $159,386 | $159,386 | 1 | |
| Zoox | $217,000 | $217,000 | $217,000 | 1 |
| Wells Fargo Bank | $153,962 | $153,962 | $153,962 | 1 |
| Uber Technologies | $188,300 | $188,300 | $188,300 | 1 |
| Tesla | $142,500 | $142,500 | $142,500 | 1 |
| T-Mobile | $127,800 | $127,800 | $127,800 | 1 |
| Ford Motor | $187,140 | $187,140 | $187,140 | 1 |
| Expedia | $129,709 | $129,709 | $129,709 | 1 |
| V-Soft Consulting | $97,000 | $97,000 | $97,000 | 1 |
| Intuit | $214,000 | $214,000 | $214,000 | 1 |
| Harvard University | $74,318 | $74,318 | $74,318 | 1 |
Data Scientist Salary by State
| State | Avg Salary | Min | Max | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $214,331 | $133,952 | $294,000 | 11 |
| Washington | $144,685 | $96,117 | $196,914 | 4 |
| New York | $193,885 | $169,541 | $250,000 | 4 |
| North Carolina | $141,189 | $129,854 | $153,962 | 3 |
| Texas | $161,963 | $129,388 | $214,000 | 3 |
| Virginia | $141,888 | $112,904 | $170,872 | 2 |
| Massachusetts | $126,972 | $74,318 | $179,625 | 2 |
| Arkansas | $118,893 | $118,893 | $118,893 | 1 |
| South Carolina | $108,000 | $108,000 | $108,000 | 1 |
| Kansas | $127,800 | $127,800 | $127,800 | 1 |
| Michigan | $187,140 | $187,140 | $187,140 | 1 |
| Delaware | $97,000 | $97,000 | $97,000 | 1 |
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Career Path & Growth for Data Scientist
The career path for a Data Scientist typically begins with a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Entry-level engineers typically start at Level 1 or 2 (depending on the company's leveling system) and can progress to senior, staff, principal, and distinguished engineer levels over a 10-20 year career.
For H-1B workers in this role, the career progression is closely tied to technical skill development, impact, and scope of responsibility. Many engineers on H-1B visas eventually pursue permanent residency (green card) sponsorship through their employers, particularly via the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based categories. The strong demand for Data Scientists provides leverage for negotiating competitive compensation throughout the career trajectory.
Industry certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional, or Kubernetes certifications can accelerate career growth and increase H-1B compensation. Engineers who develop expertise in high-demand areas like AI/ML, distributed systems, or cloud architecture often see the fastest salary progression.
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