Data Scientist take-home calculator
Contract data science and machine-learning roles pay a premium, especially with production ML or specific domain experience. Rates have risen with demand for AI skills.
Typical day rate
£450–£800
Inside IR35 take-home*
£70,235/yr
Outside IR35 take-home*
£76,769/yr
*At £550/day over 220 billable days. Outside IR35 (limited company) is £6,534/year better at this rate.
Work out your take-home
Pre-filled with a typical data scientist rate — change it to match your contract.
Inside IR35 (umbrella)
£70,235/yr
You keep 58% of the contract value
Outside IR35 (limited company)
£76,769/yr
You keep 63% of the contract value
Outside IR35 (limited company) leaves you £6,534/year better off at this rate.
Questions
What is a typical data scientist day rate in the UK?
Data Scientist day rates in the UK typically fall between £450 and £800, with around £550 a common mid-point. Your rate depends on experience, location, sector and IR35 status.
How much does a data scientist take home after tax?
At £550 a day over 220 billable days, take-home is roughly £70,235 inside IR35 (umbrella) or £76,769 outside IR35 (limited company) for 2025/26. Adjust the calculator for your exact figures.