How much does a Data Scientist earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Data Scientist in New Zealand ranges from NZD 93,694 to NZD 101,000 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 453 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Scientist Salary in New Zealand

Based on 453 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$93,694 - $101,000

Median salary

$93,694 - $101,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$64K

25th percentile$80K

Median$94K

75th percentile$101K

90th percentile$116K

50% of professionals earn between $80,473 - $101,000 NZD

The median salary is $93,694

Top cities

Auckland173 job openings

Wellington49 job openings

Christchurch33 job openings

Workfromhome26 job openings

Wakefield21 job openings

Top companies hiring

Binance26

Theta10

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Data Scientist

453 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in New Zealand is NZD 93,694 - NZD 101,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 97,347 per year, based on 453 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Scientist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Workfromhome, Wakefield. Auckland leads with 173 job openings.

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

Explore 453 Data Scientist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.