Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other Salary (2025)
Based on 37,100 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $66,120 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $80,860 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $101,110 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $129,960 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $160,300 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$66K
25th
$81K
Median
$101K
75th
$130K
90th
$160K
Highest Paying States for Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Virginia | $143,800 |
| District of Columbia | $127,830 |
| Maryland | $126,600 |
| Massachusetts | $118,840 |
| Washington | $112,040 |
| Delaware | $108,500 |
| Colorado | $108,180 |
| Texas | $107,920 |
| New Jersey | $105,450 |
| New York | $105,210 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Virginia at an average of $143,800 per year, while New York has an average of $105,210 — a difference of $38,590. 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 Scientists and Related Workers, All Other
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 37,100 workers were employed as Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Others in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations. The annual mean wage of $107,690 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 19-3099