Salary of Data Scientist in Australia 2026

How much does a Data Scientist earn?

$93,335 / Annual
Based on 12 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $89,841 Average salary: $93,335 Maximum: $96,829

Minimum
$89,841 Average salary
$93,335 Maximum
$96,829

$7,778 / Monthly
Based on 12 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $7,487 Average salary: $7,778 Maximum: $8,069

Minimum
$7,487 Average salary
$7,778 Maximum
$8,069

$259 / Daily
Based on 12 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $250 Average salary: $259 Maximum: $269

Minimum
$250 Average salary
$259 Maximum
$269

$49 / Hourly
Based on 12 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $47 Average salary: $49 Maximum: $50

Minimum
$47 Average salary
$49 Maximum
$50

Salary data updated: August 2026

Salary of Data Scientist in Australia

Data Scientist

Found at: Fantastic ATS - 12 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V Full-time

Company Description Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organizations get to their...
Data Scientist

2 weeks ago

Greater Melbourne Area, Australia Alinta Energy Full-time

Shape business strategy through predictive modelling and data-driven insights Partner with senior...
Data Scientist

Found at: Sourcestack Australia - 6 days ago

Sydney, Australia ASX Full-time

ASX: Powering Australia's financial marketsWhy join the ASX?When you join ASX, you’re joining a company with a strong...

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All positions in General

Position	Average salary / Annual
General Practitioner (Obstetrics) \| Regional SA \| Up to 652k p.a	$48,042	View listings
Consultant Intensivist	$47,083	View listings
Pediatrician - Regional South Australia - 365,798 - 713,692pa	$44,979	View listings
Consultant Psychiatrist \| General Adult \| Coastal regional WA	$39,421	View listings
Paediatrician	$31,379	View listings
General Practitioner	$27,736	View listings
Geriatrician	$23,051	View listings
Senior Web Developer	$19,200	View listings
Remote Area Nurse	$19,167	View listings
Head of Cyber Assurance and Engagement	$18,958	View listings

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FAQ - Data Scientist

The average salary for Data Scientist is AUD93,335 per year in Australia. Salary estimates are based on 12 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Data Scientist in Australia.

The lowest salary of Data Scientist per year in Australia is AUD89,841

The highest salary for Data Scientist per year in Australia is AUD96,829

Data updated: August 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in Australia. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 12 job postings with salary.