Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $126,340 | $120,395 | +5% |
| Median hourly wage | $60.74 | $57.88 | +5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $121,950.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Data Scientist in Connecticut is $126,340, or about $60.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Data Scientists is $120,395. Connecticut is +5% above the national median.
Entry-level data scientists in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,760 data scientist jobs on record and a median salary of $126,340, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.