Okay, let’s tackle this. So Lydie has a Master’s degree in Statistics from NYU, which is a reputable institution. She’s a data analyst, which is a moderately skilled role. Data analysts with a graduate degree in Statistics can expect to earn around $80–$110 per hour, depending on the location. Since Lydie is in the United States, I’ll use that as a reference. The national average for data analysts with a graduate degree is around $90–$120 per hour. Considering her skills and education, I’ll estimate her hourly rate to be around $100, which is at the lower end of the range.