Social Science Research Assistants Salary in New Jersey
Social Science Research Assistants in New Jersey earn a median of $62,760 a year, +1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $62,760
- vs. U.S. median
- +1% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range in New Jersey
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,960; the top 10% earn over $105,390. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in New Jersey
How much do social science research assistants make in New Jersey?
The median is $62,760 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,960 and the top 10% earn over $105,390. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Jersey a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 45 (+1% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.