Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Rhode Island
Social Science Research Assistants in Rhode Island earn a median of $51,420 a year, −17% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,420
- vs. U.S. median
- −17% ($61,990)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range in Rhode Island
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,990; the top 10% earn over $99,720. Nationally the range is $38,090 to $102,070.
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Social Science Research Assistants pay in Rhode Island
How much do social science research assistants make in Rhode Island?
The median is $51,420 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,990 and the top 10% earn over $99,720. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Rhode Island a good state for social science research assistants?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 45 (−17% vs. the national median of $61,990). Living costs are not included.