Data Scientists Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • New Jersey
Data Scientists in New Jersey earn a median salary of $113,415 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +0.7% vs the national median of $112,590. An estimated 450 data scientists are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $96,240 to $130,590 depending on location.
$113,415
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$130,590
Highest paying metro
$96,240
Lowest paying metro
450
Employed in New Jersey
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Data Scientists salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $130,590 | $97,920 | $160,320 | 370 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $96,240 | $66,140 | $147,050 | 80 |