Best Paying Industries for Social Science Research Assistants
$58,040
National Median Salary
35
Industries Analyzed
Industry Pay Comparison PRO
| Rank | Industry | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $85,860 | +47.9% | — |
| 2 | Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing | $77,840 | +34.1% | 140 |
| 3 | Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing | $76,370 | +31.6% | — |
| 4 | Educational Support Services | $72,800 | +25.4% | 200 |
| 5 | Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | $67,710 | +16.7% | 1,100 |
| 6 | Monetary Authorities-Central Bank | $67,490 | +16.3% | 50 |
| 7 | Management of Companies and Enterprises | $62,750 | +8.1% | 150 |
| 8 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $62,330 | +7.4% | 12,950 |
| 9 | Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities | $60,800 | +4.8% | 6,450 |
| 10 | Scientific Research and Development Services | $60,470 | +4.2% | 10,070 |
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