Market Intelligence — updated Aug 2026

Data Scientist in Vancouver

What it pays: $83,000-$141,000/yr per year (USD) — $83k to $141k. Demand: Very High. Growth: +18% YoY.

Vancouver's data science market is anchored by major tech employers including Amazon's large Vancouver engineering office and Microsoft, alongside homegrown firms like Hootsuite and Finger Food Studios. The city's growing fintech and healthtech sectors are driving demand for ML-fluent data scientists. BC's lower provincial income tax rates relative to Ontario make net compensation more competitive than gross figures suggest.

Market signals

Salary Premium Over National Average

Vancouver data scientists earn approximately 4% above the Canadian national average, with senior roles reaching $146K+ per year according to Glassdoor 2026 data.

Tech Hub Concentration

Amazon's Vancouver office, one of its largest non-HQ engineering hubs globally, is a primary driver of data science hiring, creating a competitive talent market.

BC Tax Advantage

BC's provincial income tax is significantly lower than Ontario or Quebec for incomes under $120K, meaning take-home pay is higher than gross salary comparisons imply.

Who's hiring

Where this role is heading

In-demand skills

Python, Machine Learning, SQL, TensorFlow/PyTorch, Data Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Cloud Platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), Natural Language Processing

What Vancouver costs

1-BR apartment: $1,870/mo. Total monthly: $3,800/mo.

Neighborhoods: Downtown Vancouver, $2,400/mo; Mount Pleasant, $2,100/mo; East Vancouver, $1,800/mo

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Market estimates, not guarantees. Compiled with AI-assisted research from public sources, refreshed quarterly. Approximate amounts converted to USD; actual compensation varies. Not career, financial, or relocation advice.