Sociologists
Occupation
$101,690
National Median Salary
$48.89
Median Hourly Wage
2,950
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+39.7%
10 Year Change
$72,810
2014 Median
$101,690
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Sociologists
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | $144,760 | — |
| Social Advocacy Organizations | $135,230 | 60 |
| Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations | $135,110 | 70 |
| Management of Companies and Enterprises | $130,180 | — |
| Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $128,360 | 90 |
Top Paying States for Sociologists
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | $211,560 | — |
| Illinois | $134,730 | — |
| New York | $130,180 | 50 |
| California | $120,610 | 660 |
| North Carolina | $108,060 | 240 |
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Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Social Advocacy Organizations
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Management of Companies and Enterprises
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Scientific Research and Development Services
Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation)
State Government, excluding Schools and Hospitals (OEWS Designation)
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Educational Services