Social Science Research Assistants Salary in North Carolina
Social Science Research Assistants in North Carolina earn a median of $63,710 a year, +3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $63,710
- vs. U.S. median
- +3% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 2,930
Pay range in North Carolina
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,980; the top 10% earn over $81,650. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in North Carolina
How much do social science research assistants make in North Carolina?
The median is $63,710 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,980 and the top 10% earn over $81,650. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is North Carolina a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 45 (+3% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.