Social Science Research Assistants Salary in California
Social Science Research Assistants in California earn a median of $60,250 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $60,250
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 19 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 5,300
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,060; the top 10% earn over $117,070. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in California
How much do social science research assistants make in California?
The median is $60,250 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,060 and the top 10% earn over $117,070. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 19 of 45 (−3% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.