Data Scientists Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,190 -31.4% vs national
Median hourly $37.11
10th percentile $52,300
90th percentile $128,710
Employed locally 50
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,300
    25th
    $59,930
    50th (median)
    $77,190
    75th
    $106,940
    90th
    $128,710

    Top-paying metros for Data Scientists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $173,160
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $166,300
    Idaho Falls, ID $164,030
    Washington $158,760
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $157,290
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $156,830

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Computer Occupations, All Other $75,830
    Computer User Support Specialists $49,990
    Software Developers $95,900
    Computer Systems Analysts $83,100
    Network and Computer Systems Administrators $61,060
    Computer Network Support Specialists $53,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Central Missouri is $37.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.88 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Central Missouri is 31.4% below the national median of $112,590. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Data Scientists in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $52,300 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,930.