◈ Updated 2026
Data Scientist — Estimated Annual Salary in Sydney
Real data on salaries and living expenses by city and profession
Estimated Annual Salary
A$420,531
per year · AUD
A$344,835A$513,047
Salary Range: A$344,835 – A$513,047
Estimated Net Monthly
A$23,129
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 | $383,670 | 3.6× |
| New York, USA | $351,698 | 3.5× |
| London, UK | £212,531 | 3.1× |
| Paris, France | €240,500 | 3.0× |
| Berlin, Germany | €199,600 | 3.1× |
| Madrid, Spain | €157,159 | 3.2× |
| Tokyo, Japan | ¥37,022,328 | 3.6× |
| Dubai, UAE | AED 965,533 | 6.1× |
* Estimates based on public data and statistical models. Actual figures may vary.