◈ Updated 2026
Data Scientist — Estimated Annual Salary in Sydney
Real data on salaries and living expenses by city and profession
Estimated Annual Salary
A$287,091
per year · AUD
A$235,414A$350,250
Salary Range: A$235,414 – A$350,250
Estimated Net Monthly
A$15,790
after tax
Monthly Cost of Living
A$6,200
typical monthly spend
Estimated Tax Rate
34%
effective rate
Quality of Life Index
86/100
global index
Monthly Expenses — Sydney
HousingA$2,170 · 35%
FoodA$1,240 · 20%
TransportA$930 · 15%
HealthcareA$620 · 10%
LeisureA$744 · 12%
OtherA$496 · 8%
Experience Level — Data Scientist in Sydney
| Experience Level | Years | Estimated Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0–2 | A$203,748 |
| Mid-Level | 3–6 | A$287,091 |
| Senior | 7–12 | A$420,531 |
| Lead / Principal | 13+ | A$504,021 |
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Data Scientist — vs. Global Average
| City | Annual Salary | Purchasing Power |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, USA | $244,440 | 2.3× |
| New York, USA | $244,860 | 2.4× |
| London, UK | £168,637 | 2.4× |
| Paris, France | €174,073 | 2.2× |
| Berlin, Germany | €142,002 | 2.2× |
| Madrid, Spain | €112,636 | 2.3× |
| Tokyo, Japan | ¥24,531,360 | 2.4× |
| Dubai, UAE | AED 707,503 | 4.5× |
* Estimates based on public data and statistical models. Actual figures may vary.