Data Scientists Salary in Tampa, FL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL

Median annual salary $112,310 -0.2% vs national
Median hourly $53.99
10th percentile $59,410
90th percentile $162,980
Employed locally 1,640
National median $112,590

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,410
    25th
    $82,960
    50th (median)
    $112,310
    75th
    $132,290
    90th
    $162,980

    Tampa economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,254 2023 • Census ACS
    Data Scientists salary vs area income 158% Median Data Scientists salary is 58% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Data Scientists make per hour in Tampa?

    The median hourly wage for Data Scientists in Tampa, FL is $53.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.64 or more per hour.

    Is Tampa above or below average for Data Scientists salaries?

    The median Data Scientists salary in Tampa, FL is 0.2% 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 Tampa?

    Entry-level Data Scientists (10th percentile) earn around $59,410 per year in Tampa, FL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $82,960.