Social Science Research Assistants Salary in New York
Social Science Research Assistants in New York earn a median of $61,210 a year, −1% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $61,210
- vs. U.S. median
- −1% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 3,040
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,520; the top 10% earn over $103,080. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
States ranked near New York
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in New York
How much do social science research assistants make in New York?
The median is $61,210 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,520 and the top 10% earn over $103,080. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 45 (−1% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.