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Data Scientist Salary in Indiana

The median data scientist salary in Indiana is $95,058 per year, which is 12% below the national median of $108,020.

Median Salary

$95,058

vs National

$-12,962

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Data Scientist Salary in Indiana by Experience

In Indiana, an entry-level data scientist earns around $63,360, while experienced professionals earn up to $145,200 per year. The cost of living index in Indiana is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$63,360

$-8,640 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$98,560

$-13,440 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$145,200

$-19,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Indiana

Percentile	IN Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,032	$61,400	$-7,368
25th Percentile	$74,096	$84,200	$-10,104
Median (50th)	$95,058	$108,020	$-12,962
75th Percentile	$124,080	$141,000	$-16,920
90th Percentile	$156,816	$178,200	$-21,384

Data Scientist Salary by City in Indiana

The largest employment areas for data scientists in Indiana include Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and South Bend. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Indianapolis, IN

$98,298

Pop. 887,642 · COL 93%

Fort Wayne, IN

$89,657

Pop. 263,886 · COL 85%

Evansville, IN

$88,576

Pop. 117,429 · COL 84%

South Bend, IN

$87,496

Pop. 103,453 · COL 83%

Carmel, IN

$111,261

Pop. 99,757 · COL 105%

How to Become a Data Scientist in Indiana

Education

Most data scientist positions require a bachelor's degree. Indiana has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

PythonRSQLMachine LearningStatisticsData Visualization

Job Outlook in Indiana

Nationally, data scientist employment is projected to grow 35% over the next decade (much faster than average). Indiana's demand may vary based on local industry trends.