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Data Scientist Salary in United Arab Emirates

Data scientists turn raw data into insight using statistics, machine learning, and clear communication. The United Arab Emirates median is $111,368 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$111,368
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,285
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$111,368
Sharjah, AE
Hourly (national)
$53.54
varies by city

Data Scientist salary by city in United Arab Emirates

CityPer year
Sharjah, AE$111,368
Al Ain, AE$111,368
Ajman, AE$111,368
Ras Al Khaimah, AE$111,368
Musaffah, AE$111,368
Jebel Ali, AE$111,368
Fujairah, AE$111,368
Warīsān, AE$111,368
Dubai, AE$79,238
Abu Dhabi, AE$75,425

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a data scientist make in United Arab Emirates?
The national median data scientist salary in United Arab Emirates is about AED 409,000 per year (AED 34,100 per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about AED 277,000 to AED 409,000.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays data scientists the most?
Sharjah, AE pays the most at about AED 409,000 per year.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays data scientists the least?
Among cities we cover, Abu Dhabi, AE is on the lower end at about AED 277,000 per year for a data scientist.
What is the typical salary range for a data scientist in United Arab Emirates?
Across United Arab Emirates cities we cover, data scientist pay commonly spans from about AED 179,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about AED 598,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Arab Emirates cities have data scientist salary data?
Pay by Role publishes data scientist pay for 10 cities in United Arab Emirates, all shown in AED.
Is data scientist in demand in United Arab Emirates?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +35% over the next decade. Related technology roles on Pay by Role include Software Engineer, Frontend Developer, Backend Developer.