US Job Market Report

Data Science

Demand is up 11.7% this quarter, outperforming the broader US labor market.

6-Month Demand Trend

Data Science US labor marketDemand index — oldest month = 100

Market Signals

Quarter over Quarter

+11.7% vs. previous quarter

Slightly Up

Year over Year

-8.8% vs. same period last year

Declining

US Labor Market Comparison

+11.7% quarterly growth vs +8.9% US

Slightly Ahead

Monthly Signal History

June 2026

-7.3% MoMSlightly Down

May 2026

+18.8% MoMSlightly Up

April 2026

-5.7% MoMSlightly Down

Career Coach Insights

Given the slight decline in monthly postings and a more significant yearly decrease, you should consider diversifying your skill set to stay competitive. If you're a strong performer, use the 11.7% quarter-over-quarter growth to negotiate better terms or a promotion. If you're actively job hunting, be aware that the demand for data science roles has contracted 8.8% compared to last year, so prepare for a potentially tougher job search.

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Data through June 14, 2026 · Source: aggregated US job postings · United States