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Miami, FL · On-site

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Cincinnati, OH · On-site

POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking an entry-level Urban Planner Co-op to join our planning team in ... This role involves researching and data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and preparing reports ...

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How much do entry level urban data science jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level urban data science in the United States is $19.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Urban Data Scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Urban Data Scientist, you generally need a solid background in statistics, data analysis, and urban studies, often supported by a relevant degree such as data science, urban planning, or geography. Familiarity with programming languages like Python or R, GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), and data visualization tools is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for translating data insights into actionable urban solutions. These skills and qualities are important because they enable you to analyze complex city data and contribute to evidence-based urban planning decisions.

What types of projects do entry-level urban data scientists typically work on, and how do they collaborate with other city planning professionals?

As an entry-level urban data scientist, you can expect to work on projects such as analyzing traffic patterns, evaluating public transit usage, or assessing the impact of zoning changes using large datasets. You will often collaborate closely with urban planners, GIS specialists, and policy analysts to translate data insights into actionable recommendations for city development. This role usually involves regular team meetings to align on project goals, sharing findings through reports or presentations, and occasionally participating in community engagement efforts to ensure data-driven decisions reflect public needs.

What is an Entry Level Urban Data Scientist?

An Entry Level Urban Data Scientist is a professional who uses data analysis and computational techniques to help understand and improve urban environments. They work with data related to city infrastructure, transportation, population, and other urban systems to identify trends, solve problems, and support decision-making for city planning and management. This role typically involves tasks such as data cleaning, visualization, and basic modeling, often under the guidance of more experienced data scientists or urban planners. It's a great starting point for those interested in the intersection of data science and urban studies.

What is the difference between Entry Level Urban Data Science vs Entry Level Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Urban Data ScienceEntry Level Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Data Science, Urban Planning, or related field; basic programming skillsBachelor's in Geography, GIS, or related field; GIS certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentUrban planning agencies, transportation departments, tech firmsGovernment agencies, environmental firms, urban planning departments
Industry UsageData analysis, modeling, urban analyticsMapping, spatial data management, GIS software applications
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Urban Data Science focuses on analyzing urban data using programming and statistical tools, often involving urban analytics and modeling. In contrast, Entry Level GIS Analysts primarily work with spatial data and mapping software to create geographic visualizations. Both roles are common in urban planning and government sectors, but they emphasize different skill sets and tools.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Urban Data Science job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 5% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,504 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Data Scientist - Multiple Levels (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

Red Alpha Careers

Columbia, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

A little about us:
The Red Alpha Data Science practice grew out of Red Alpha's reputation in Software and System Engineering with our Department of Defense clients. As sometimes happens, customers who trust our expertise in adjacent areas asked Red Alpha to assist with some of their burgeoning Data Science problems.

Culturally, it probably suffices to say that we take our work seriously, but not ourselves. Our leaders have spent time in the trenches and have cursed daylight savings time changes and trailing whitespace as many times as you have. We like to say that we spend 80% of our time cleaning the data...and 20% of our time complaining about cleaning the data. Joking aside, our voices matter, and it is easy to see how our decisions affect the Data Science practice and Red Alpha as a whole. We have a clear vision of where we are headed.

Our team takes a pragmatic approach to Data Science, defining it loosely as the intersection of technical expertise, business acumen, and soft skills to solve business problems with data. We spend a lot of time trying to understand the problem before we set about building a solution, and we prefer lower tech useful solutions over shiny algorithms and dust on the shelf. Did we mention we're pragmatic? We have a diverse set of skills across our team, and whether you are a traditional Data Scientist (whatever that means...), an Applied Research Mathematician, a Database Engineer, a Full Stack Developer, or something else in that neighborhood, if you have a knack for picking apart data to make sense of it, we would enjoy having a conversation with you.

A day in the life:
You'll likely start your day at a customer location near our Red Alpha offices, checking to see if there are any important items that have just come up. If not, you'll move on to improving a dashboard or other data product that you're responsible for, or perhaps produce a weekly output the customer is expecting. You'll be using R or Python a lot, but also Git, Mongo, some commercial software and several other usual suspects. Once a week you'll attend a team meeting (with 4 others) to prioritize things, and you'll have a lot of interaction with the team otherwise, typically several times per day. You'll need your sense of humor and need to be willing to leave your ego at the door.
What you bring to the table:
Now on to the fun of formal requirements - we have to apologize in advance for the corporate-speak here, but just hold your breath for a few lines and everything will be okay. We are actively hiring data professionals for roles across a broad range of skill levels and projects. Our goal is to find the best fit for you so please note that if you apply to one of them and we see a fit elsewhere we will let you know. So do not worry about applying initially for every position you might be interested in.
All of our data scientists need the following skills:
  • Proficiency with a scripting language such as R or Python
  • Experience with data science techniques and algorithms such as classification, clustering, random forests, deterministic forests (jk), hierarchical modeling, deep learning, Markov Chain Monte Carlo, and others. Note that you do not need to have all of these (we hope you enjoyed our random smattering of techniques...!) but you should be comfortable and capable with several of them and know some others not on this list.
  • A B.S. Degree in Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or related field.
  • For entry-level data scientists, 0-3 years of experience on Data Science projects.
  • For mid-level data scientists, 3-6 years of experience on Data Science projects.
  • For senior-level data scientists, at least 6 years of experience on Data Science projects with at least 3 years of experience managing teams.
  • A TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.
These are important skills to have, but not necessarily mandatory:
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills. You know, as in you might not be at the top of the list to be a game show host but you do like people and enjoy solving problems jointly with your colleagues.
  • Experience with Java, C, or other compiled languages
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Saturday Night Live sketches (just kidding)
  • Experience with SQL/NoSQL, Spark, Hadoop
  • Familiarity with Javascript and Scripting
  • Familiarity with Docker, GitLab, and React

The total package:
Our total compensation package was strategically designed with our members in mindwith the intention to: reward our members for their hard work and commitment to our customers' missions; allow members to share in Red Alpha's success as wecontinue to grow and expand our footprint; provide long-term career opportunities through stability and internal mobility; and provide the resources our members need to support themselvesandtheir dependents in the form of a robust benefits package. Our total compensation package includes a competitive base salary andbenefits such as health, life/disability, 401k, paid time off,professional development, and generous bonus programs. Please visit ourbenefitstab for additional information.
Salary Range:
  • Disclosed pay ranges are a general guideline, and are not a guarantee of a final salary or compensation. Our approach in determining final salaries takes into consideration a number of factors such as education, certifications, total years of relevant professional experience,actual level of expertise, and the responsibilities of the role itself.
  • Based on the outlined roles, responsibilities, and requirements, the projected pay range for these positions are:
    • Entry-level: $95,000 - $135,000
    • Mid-level: $110,000 - $155,000
    • Senior-level: $135,000 - $235,000
Some of our additional perks and benefits include:
  • Retire soonerthan planned: Get closer to retirement with up to 10% in 401k contributions, immediately vested.
  • Have a career AND a life:Enjoy up to 5 weeks of leave (25 days of personal time off) and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Stay at your best:As a member, we'll pay 100% of your premiums for comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. We'll also pay the majority of the premiums for your family. Let's not forge free access to a fully equipped state of the art gym!
  • Keep current on new technologies and technological advancements: $5250 per year towards ongoing education, trainings, certifications, and maintaining professional memberships.
  • Dress in style: Spend up to $300 per year on company branded merchandise featuring top quality brands such as Under Armour, Nike, Carhartt, YETI, etc.
  • Enjoy the culture: Attend fun company events throughout the year such as our Oktoberfest, summer picnic, and annual holiday party! These are all in additon to your team events which may include happy hours, baseball games, snowboarding, RenFest, and more!
Every day, our elite customers are pushing through "the grind" to defeat the enemy, even putting their lives on the line for our freedom. Rise to the occasion with us to deliver engineering excellence, to match their dedication to this nation. Join us as webring digital transformation to the fight!

Employment Type: Full-Time

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