How much does a Data Scientist earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Data Scientist in New Zealand ranges from NZD 120,551 to NZD 124,242 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 342 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Scientist Salary in New Zealand

Based on 342 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$120,551 - $124,242

Median salary

$120,551 - $124,242

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$77K

25th percentile$96K

Median$121K

75th percentile$124K

90th percentile$143K

50% of professionals earn between $95,694 - $124,242 NZD

The median salary is $120,551

Top cities

Auckland131 job openings

Wellington82 job openings

Christchurch50 job openings

Top companies hiring

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Data Scientist

342 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in New Zealand is NZD 120,551 - NZD 124,242 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 122,397 per year, based on 342 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Scientist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Spreydon-Cashmere Community. Auckland leads with 131 job openings.

Leading employers for Data Scientist roles in New Zealand include Alignerr, Crossing Hurdles, DataAnnotation, MetService, Tracksuit.

Explore 342 Data Scientist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.