What is the median salary for Data Scientist in Sydney?

The median salary for Data Scientist in Sydney is AUD 112,375 - AUD 141,600 per year.

How does the Data Scientist salary in Sydney compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Data Scientist in Australia is AUD 90,338 - AUD 114,281, while in Sydney it is AUD 122,629 - AUD 147,997.

Which companies hire the most Data Scientist professionals in Sydney?

Top companies hiring Data Scientist in Sydney include Certus Recruitment Group, TAFE NSW, University of Sydney.

Data Scientist Salary in Australia

Data Scientist Salary in Sydney

Based on 509 job listings - Sydney, Australia 2026

Average salary

$122,629 - $147,997

Median salary

$112,375 - $141,600

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$110K

25th percentile$110K

Median$112K

75th percentile$128K

90th percentile$133K

50% of professionals earn between $110,000 - $128,284 AUD

The median salary is $112,375

Compare with national average

Sydney

Average salary

122,629 - 147,997

Median salary

112,375 - 141,600

509 job openings

Australia

Average salary

90,338 - 114,281

Median salary

90,338 - 114,281

2,613 job openings

Other cities

Melbourne547 job openings

Brisbane192 job openings

Council Of The City Of Sydney174 job openings

Perth67 job openings

Canberra42 job openings

Sydney (city)38 job openings

Adelaide22 job openings

Top companies hiring

Certus Recruitment Group10

TAFE NSW6

University of Sydney2

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in Sydney, Australia is AUD 122,629 - AUD 147,997 per year in 2026, based on 509 job listings.

Leading employers for Data Scientist roles in Australia include Certus Recruitment Group, TAFE NSW, University of Sydney.

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