According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Handbook, Data Scientists had a median annual wage of $94,280.00. Employment is expected to increase by 10,300 new jobs by the year 2029 (a growth rate of 31%). The highest paying career field is Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing, earning $143,670.00 a year. The second highest paying industry is Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments, earning $143,080.00 a year. Other Schools and Instruction Data Scientists earn $127,540.00. Data Scientists working in Electronic Shopping and Mail-Order Houses earn $123,740.00, and Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services earn $121,330.00.