Social Science Research Assistants pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for social science research assistants is $28.95 an hour ($60,210 a year). About 750 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($61,990). Michigan ranks 20th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for social science research assistants in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.18 | $41,970 |
| 25% of workers | $23.81 | $49,520 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.95 | $60,210 |
| 75% of workers | $30.87 | $64,220 |
| 90% of workers | $39.84 | $82,870 |
Social Science Research Assistants pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Lansing-East Lansing | $64,220 | 370 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $62,670 | 100 |
| Ann Arbor | $43,060 | 190 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for social science research assistants
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,900 openings a year (BLS)
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