Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Pennsylvania
Social Science Research Assistants in Pennsylvania earn a median of $54,610 a year, −12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $54,610
- vs. U.S. median
- −12% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 26 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,710; the top 10% earn over $81,640. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Pennsylvania
How much do social science research assistants make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $54,610 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $44,710 and the top 10% earn over $81,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 26 of 45 (−12% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.