Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Kentucky
Social Science Research Assistants in Kentucky earn a median of $66,390 a year, +7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $66,390
- vs. U.S. median
- +7% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,190
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,050; the top 10% earn over $106,590. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
States ranked near Kentucky
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Kentucky
How much do social science research assistants make in Kentucky?
The median is $66,390 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,050 and the top 10% earn over $106,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 45 (+7% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.