How much does a Principal Data Scientist make in Philadelphia, PA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Principal Data Scientist in Philadelphia, PA is $184,673. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $170,770 to $195,603, with most professionals earning between $158,112 and $205,555.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Principal Data Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Data Scientist Salary $158,112 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Principal Data Scientist Salary $170,770 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Principal Data Scientist Salary $184,673 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Principal Data Scientist Salary $195,603 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Principal Data Scientist Salary $205,555 Philadelphia,PA April 01, 2025
25% $170,770 10% $158,112 90% $205,555 75% $195,603 $184,673 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Data Scientist IV

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    10 + years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Data Scientist in Philadelphia, PA. The base salary for Principal Data Scientist ranges from $170,770 to $195,603 with the average base salary of $184,673. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $170,770 to $195,603 with the average total cash compensation of $184,673.
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