Market Intelligence — updated Aug 2026

Data Scientist in Warsaw

What it pays: $28,000-$66,000/yr per year (USD) — $28k to $66k. Demand: Very High. Growth: +18% YoY.

Warsaw leads Poland in Data Scientist demand, with Levels.fyi reporting a median total comp of PLN 220,512 (~$55,000) and top earners reaching PLN 348,000 (~$87,000). Major tech hubs like Google Warsaw, Samsung R&D, and Allegro are actively recruiting data scientists for ML-driven product and analytics teams. The city's concentration of fintech, e-commerce, and pharma firms (e.g., Bayer) makes it the top Polish market for this role.

Market signals

Warsaw Leads Poland in AI Salaries

Warsaw has the highest number of AI/ML job postings and the widest salary range in Poland, including some of the top-paying roles in the country, per ITMAGINATION's 2025 AI Salaries report.

Fintech Driving Demand

Around 40% of Polish financial firms now use AI for analytics and fraud detection, one of the highest rates in the EU, creating sustained demand for data scientists in Warsaw's banking sector.

B2B Contracts Pay Premium

Senior data scientists on B2B contracts in Warsaw earn 15-25% more than those on permanent employment contracts, making freelance arrangements increasingly popular among experienced professionals.

Who's hiring

Where this role is heading

In-demand skills

Python, Machine Learning, SQL, TensorFlow/PyTorch, Spark, Data Visualization, Statistics, Cloud Platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)

What Warsaw costs

1-BR apartment: $1,050-$1,230/mo. Total monthly: $1,800-$2,200/mo.

Neighborhoods: Śródmieście (City Centre), ~$1,230/mo; Mokotów, ~$1,050/mo; Żoliborz, ~$950/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.