Data Scientist Salary in Raleigh, NC
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$110,041
Hourly Rate
$52.90
/hour
Jobs in Area
137
employed
Data Scientist Salary Range in Raleigh, NC
Annual Salary Range
$69k
10th percentile
$88k
25th
$130k
75th
$165k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $68,936 | $33.14 |
| 25th Percentile | $87,604 | $42.12 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $110,041 | $52.90 |
| 75th Percentile | $130,158 | $62.58 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $164,694 | $79.18 |
| Average (Mean) | $120,270 | $57.82 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Data Scientist salary in Raleigh, NC is $110,041 per year or $52.90 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Raleigh-Cary Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Raleigh, NC Compares
vs National Average
$108,020
vs North Carolina Average
$108,612
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$109,494
Cost of living in Raleigh, NC is 0.5% above the national average.
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