Social Science Research Assistants Salary in District of Columbia
Social Science Research Assistants in District of Columbia earn a median of $65,330 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $65,330
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,560
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,810; the top 10% earn over $112,030. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
States ranked near District of Columbia
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in District of Columbia
How much do social science research assistants make in District of Columbia?
The median is $65,330 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $50,810 and the top 10% earn over $112,030. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 45 (+5% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.