Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Illinois
Social Science Research Assistants in Illinois earn a median of $64,890 a year, +5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,890
- vs. U.S. median
- +5% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range in Illinois
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,460; the top 10% earn over $116,530. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Illinois
How much do social science research assistants make in Illinois?
The median is $64,890 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,460 and the top 10% earn over $116,530. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Illinois a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 45 (+5% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.