UST Data Scientist salary
Based on 16 H-1B filings by UST, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Machine Learning Scientist
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $94,000 |
| 25th | $106,953 |
| 50th (median) | $133,414 |
| 75th | $156,377 |
| 90th | $196,891 |
By state
Bar length: number of filings (Georgia 4). Figure: average salary in that state.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | $112,000 | 11 |
| Level III · Experienced | too few | 3 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | too few | 2 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a data scientist make at UST?
In H-1B filings, UST's median base salary for Data Scientist is $133,414; half of filings fall between $106,953 and $156,377. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does UST sponsor H-1B visas for data scientists?
Yes. UST filed 16 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 15-2051 (Data Scientists), so this page covers every job title UST filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology