Tesla, Inc. Data Scientists salaries in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Median $169,200 across 44 filings, Jul 2023 to Jun 2026.
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$169,200
Middle 50%
$149,600–$190,000
Filings
44
- Median is 3% below the median for Data Scientists in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA ($174,300).
- Most filings are wage Level II (30%).
Level I 9%
Level II 30%
Level III 11%
Level IV 7%
Not stated 43%
Take-home pay
| Gross | $169,200 |
| Federal income tax | $29,300 |
| Social Security | $10,500 |
| Medicare | $2,500 |
| State income tax | $11,700 |
| Health insurance (employee share) | $1,400 |
| Take-home per year | $113,800 |
| Take-home per month | $9,500 |
Tax year 2026, single filer.
Local taxes, 401(k), and filing status other than single are not included.
Tax rates checked against IRS, Tax Foundation, and other original sources on Oct 28, 2026.
This is an estimate. Actual taxes depend on your situation. Consult a tax professional before filing.
Data Scientists salaries in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CATesla, Inc. Data Scientists nationwide
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