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Data Scientists in District of Columbia

Data scientists develop techniques and applications that convert raw data into actionable insights using programming languages and visualization tools. They apply data mining, modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract patterns from large datasets In District of Columbia the median pay is $126,490 a year, 5% above the national median of $120,230.

$126,490median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$105,320–$174,650middle half earn
2,680employed in District of Columbia
$120,230U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia

327open roles like this on employer career sites, 62 in District of Columbia or remote
88employers hiring
125posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in District of Columbia and remote

Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.

What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience).

Skills that matter most

MathematicsCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingProgrammingSpeakingActive LearningActive Listening

Knowledge areas

Mathematics (knowledge)Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageEngineering and Technology

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Licenses and training in District of Columbia

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O*NET-SOC 15-2051.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.