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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Data Scientists salary in Miami, Florida

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Miami metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$118,820
Mean annual$119,400
Range (10th to 90th)$60,690 to $193,530
Miami, Florida employment2,250
State vs national+2.8% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Miami data scientists fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$60,69025TH$81,270MEDIAN$118,82075TH$140,06090TH$193,530

The middle 50% of workers earn between $81,270 and $140,060, with a median of $118,820.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

Skill data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation. We refresh this section when O*NET publishes a new release.

Common tasks (O*NET)

Task data from O*NET is not yet ingested for this occupation.

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Other metros in Florida

How the Miami metro compares to other major Florida metro areas for data scientists.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Data Scientists in Miami, Florida?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Data Scientists in the Miami metropolitan area is $118,820.
Does Miami pay more than the Florida state average for Data Scientists?
The Miami metro median is +12.3% versus the Florida state median of $105,820.
How does Miami compare to the national median for Data Scientists?
The Miami metro median is +2.8% versus the BLS national figure of $115,636.
What is the salary range for Data Scientists in Miami?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $60,690 and the 90th-percentile at $193,530 for the Miami metro area.
What education is required for Data Scientists?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Miami CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.