Social Science Research Assistants Salary in New Mexico
Social Science Research Assistants in New Mexico earn a median of $50,640 a year, −18% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $50,640
- vs. U.S. median
- −18% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,250; the top 10% earn over $102,950. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in New Mexico
How much do social science research assistants make in New Mexico?
The median is $50,640 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $40,250 and the top 10% earn over $102,950. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 45 (−18% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.