Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Maryland
Social Science Research Assistants in Maryland earn a median of $65,550 a year, +6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $65,550
- vs. U.S. median
- +6% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 700
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,260; the top 10% earn over $113,020. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Maryland
How much do social science research assistants make in Maryland?
The median is $65,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,260 and the top 10% earn over $113,020. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 45 (+6% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.