How much does a Data Scientist earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Data Scientist in New Zealand ranges from NZD 16,250 to NZD 17,709 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 351 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Scientist Salary in New Zealand

Based on 351 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$16,250 - $17,709

Median salary

$16,250 - $17,709

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$12K

25th percentile$15K

Median$16K

75th percentile$18K

90th percentile$20K

50% of professionals earn between $14,792 - $17,709 NZD

The median salary is $16,250

Top cities

Auckland123 job openings

Wellington62 job openings

Hamilton21 job openings

Top companies hiring

Tuatahi First Fibre19

New Zealand Government10

Accident Compensation Corporation6

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Data Scientist

351 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Scientist in New Zealand is NZD 16,250 - NZD 17,709 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 16,980 per year, based on 351 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Scientist job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton, Waikato, Christchurch. Auckland leads with 123 job openings.

Leading employers for Data Scientist roles in New Zealand include Tuatahi First Fibre, New Zealand Government, DataAnnotation, Tracksuit, Federato.

Explore 351 Data Scientist job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.