Social Science Research Assistants
Occupation
$58,040
National Median Salary
$27.90
Median Hourly Wage
32,940
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+47.1%
10 Year Change
$39,460
2014 Median
$58,040
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Social Science Research Assistants
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $85,860 | — |
| Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing | $77,840 | 140 |
| Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing | $76,370 | — |
| Educational Support Services | $72,800 | 200 |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | $67,710 | 1,100 |
Top Paying States for Social Science Research Assistants
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | $70,670 | 150 |
| South Carolina | $66,990 | 840 |
| Kansas | $64,080 | 170 |
| Georgia | $63,790 | 2,040 |
| District of Columbia | $63,630 | 1,740 |
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Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing
Educational Support Services
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
Monetary Authorities-Central Bank
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
Scientific Research and Development Services
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Educational Services