What experience does each level represent?

Entry: 0–2 years. Mid: 3–5. Senior: 6–10. Lead: 10+ — adjust based on actual responsibility.

Are these numbers guaranteed?

No. They are credible market benchmarks. Individual offers depend on the company, city and specific skills.

How can I land the top bracket?

Quantified achievements, targeted certifications and an ATS-ready CV are the levers that move offers up.

Salary 2026

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Data Scientist salary in Colombia

Name: Data Scientist salaries in Colombia
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Range, median and percentile breakdown by experience level — updated for 2026.

Mid-level reference · Mid

COP 71,600,000

Median salary

Range (p25 to p90)COP 58,700,000 – COP 103,800,000

By experience level

Percentile breakdown for every level.

Entry · 0–2 years

COP 46,200,000

Median

p25

COP 39,300,000

p75

COP 54,500,000

p90

COP 62,400,000

Mid · 3–5 years

COP 71,600,000

Median

p25

COP 58,700,000

p75

COP 87,400,000

p90

COP 103,800,000

Senior · 6–10 years

COP 101,600,000

Median

p25

COP 81,300,000

p75

COP 130,100,000

p90

COP 162,600,000

Lead · 10+ years

COP 143,200,000

Median

p25

COP 111,700,000

p75

COP 193,300,000

p90

COP 265,000,000

Salary range by level

Comparison of p25, median and p90 across experience levels.

Salary range by level

EntryCOP 46,200,000

COP 39,300,000COP 62,400,000

MidCOP 71,600,000

COP 58,700,000COP 103,800,000

SeniorCOP 101,600,000

COP 81,300,000COP 162,600,000

LeadCOP 143,200,000

COP 111,700,000COP 265,000,000

Same role across countries

Mid-level median for Data Scientist converted to USD for comparison.

How to earn more as a Data Scientist

Three concrete moves backed by hiring patterns.

Add high-leverage certifications

One or two in-demand certifications can move you a full bracket — especially in cloud, finance and healthcare.

Quantify impact on your CV

Recruiters anchor offers on numbers. Replace vague duties with measurable outcomes.

Target high-paying employers

Top brackets cluster around specific industries and cities. Aim your search there.

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Salary data is based on publicly available market data and salary surveys from official statistics offices. Figures are estimates and may vary based on company, location, individual experience and current market conditions. · Last updated: 2026

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