Senior Data Scientist I
H-1B Salary Data · 42 certified filings
$144,518Avg. Salary
$105,000Minimum
$187,700Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Senior Data Scientist I is $144,518 — 19% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 42 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Senior Data Scientist I?
The average H-1B salary for Senior Data Scientist I is $144,518 based on 42 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $105,000 to $187,700.
$144,518
Average
$105,000
Minimum
$187,700
Maximum
42
Filings
Top Companies Hiring Senior Data Scientist I
| Company | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| MCKINSEY & COMPANY, INC. UNITED STATES | $175,338 | 13 |
| RELX, Inc. | $120,555 | 10 |
| LexisNexis Risk Solutions Inc. | $112,137 | 7 |
| Shipt, Inc. | $149,753 | 3 |
Section 2
Senior Data Scientist I Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | $162,785 | 7 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.