How much does a Data Scientist earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Data Scientist in Australia ranges from AUD 91,000 to AUD 119,375 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 1,870 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Scientist Salary in Australia

Based on 1,870 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$91,000 - $119,375

Median salary

$91,000 - $119,375

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$45K

25th percentile$57K

Median$91K

75th percentile$119K

90th percentile$137K

50% of professionals earn between $56,562 - $119,375 AUD

The median salary is $91,000

Top cities

Sydney574 job openings

Melbourne388 job openings

Brisbane145 job openings

Perth45 job openings

Canberra44 job openings

Adelaide39 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney24 job openings

Haymarket23 job openings

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Data Scientist

1,870 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in Australia is AUD 91,000 - AUD 119,375 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 105,188 per year, based on 1,870 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Scientist job opportunities in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra. Sydney leads with 574 job openings.

Explore 1,870 Data Scientist job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.