Sydney · Australia
Data Scientist Salary in Sydney
Base salary bands for data scientist roles in Sydney, adjusted from the national US reference band using a local market multiplier of 61%.
- 25th percentile
- $76k
- Median
- $97k
- 75th percentile
- $120k
- 90th percentile
- $148k
Cost-of-living adjusted
$86k
Equivalent purchasing power at US national average cost of living
Rent burden
29.6%
Median annual rent as a share of median gross pay
Estimated openings
70
Active openings estimate for this role in Sydney
By level
Data Scientist pay by level in Sydney
| Level | P25 | Median | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | $58k | $70k | $93k |
| Mid | $76k | $91k | $121k |
| Senior | $99k | $117k | $160k |
| Staff | $127k | $150k | $213k |
FAQ
Common questions
What is the average Data Scientist salary in Sydney?
The median data scientist salary in Sydney is $97k, with a typical range of $76k to $148k depending on level and company.
How far does a Data Scientist salary go in Sydney?
Adjusted for local cost of living, the median data scientist salary in Sydney is equivalent to about $86k of US-national purchasing power. Median rent takes up roughly 29.6% of gross pay.
How many Data Scientist openings are there in Sydney?
We estimate around 70 active data scientist openings in Sydney at any given time, scaled from the city's overall market size and hiring demand for this role.