Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Iowa
Social Science Research Assistants in Iowa earn a median of $40,940 a year, −34% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $40,940
- vs. U.S. median
- −34% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 44 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 140
Pay range in Iowa
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $22,260; the top 10% earn over $58,470. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Iowa
How much do social science research assistants make in Iowa?
The median is $40,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $22,260 and the top 10% earn over $58,470. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Iowa a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 44 of 45 (−34% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.