Social Science Research Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 30,640 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,090 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,620 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $61,990 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $77,760 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $102,070 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$38K
25th
$49K
Median
$62K
75th
$78K
90th
$102K
Highest Paying States for Social Science Research Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Georgia | $78,740 |
| Oklahoma | $75,960 |
| South Carolina | $73,790 |
| Maryland | $73,310 |
| District of Columbia | $72,920 |
| Kentucky | $70,300 |
| California | $70,260 |
| Illinois | $69,900 |
| New Jersey | $69,260 |
| Delaware | $67,240 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Social Science Research Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Georgia at an average of $78,740 per year, while Delaware has an average of $67,240 — a difference of $11,500. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Social Science Research Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 30,640 workers were employed as Social Science Research Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $66,140 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-4061