Data Scientist-Emerging Markets
Commodity Futures Trading Commission · Washington, District of Columbia
$180,060 - $264,489
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Pay ranges below come from 17 current data scientist listings that disclose salary in Washington, DC, updated daily. We only show what employers actually post — never estimates.
Median base pay
from 17 disclosed ranges
$142,500/yr
$88,296$115,000 – $165,503 typical$222,275
Highest-paying employers in Washington, DC
Commodity Futures Trading Commissionup to $264,489
US Federal Communications Commissionup to $197,200
Federal Communications Commissionup to $197,200
U.S. Mintup to $187,093
FBIup to $187,093
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Supervisory Data Scientist (Associate Division Chief)
US Federal Communications Commission · Washington, District of Columbia
$169,279 - $197,200
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Federal Communications Commission · Washington, District of Columbia
$169,279 - $197,200
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U.S. Mint · Washington, District of Columbia
$143,913 - $187,093
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FBI · Washington, District of Columbia
$143,913 - $187,093
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TLN Worldwide Enterprises Inc · Washington, District of Columbia
$140,000 - $180,000
Tailor & apply →What moves Data Scientist pay
Seniority
Years of experience and scope are the biggest lever — senior data scientist roles routinely clear the top of the range above.
Company & industry
Larger and high-margin employers pay more for the same data scientist title than smaller or non-profit ones.
Local market
Cost of living and local demand shift Washington, DC offers up or down versus the national figure.
Frequently asked
How much does a Data Scientist make in Washington, DC?
Based on 17 disclosed ranges in our current feed, the median is around $142,500 per year. Actual pay varies by experience, company, and specialty.
Where do these numbers come from?
Real job listings in Climbr's feed that publish a salary range, refreshed daily and annualized for comparison. We don't use survey estimates or model-generated figures — if employers don't post pay, we don't show a number.
How can I earn more as a Data Scientist?
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