Data Scientists Salary in Orlando, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL

Median annual salary $101,680 -9.7% vs national
Median hourly $48.89
10th percentile $57,870
90th percentile $205,000
Employed locally 1,430
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,870
    25th
    $77,110
    50th (median)
    $101,680
    75th
    $140,400
    90th
    $205,000

    Orlando economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $75,611 2023 • Census ACS
    Data Scientists salary vs area income 134% Median Data Scientists salary is 34% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Orlando?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Orlando, FL is $48.89, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $79.80 or more per hour.

    Is Orlando above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Orlando, FL is 9.7% 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 Orlando?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $57,870 per year in Orlando, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,110.