Social Science Research Assistants pay in New York
In New York, the median pay for social science research assistants is $29.43 an hour ($61,210 a year). About 3,040 people work in this job there.
That is about the same as the U.S. median ($61,990). New York ranks 18th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for social science research assistants in New York
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.08 | $35,520 |
| 25% of workers | $22.25 | $46,280 |
| Half of workers (median) | $29.43 | $61,210 |
| 75% of workers | $38.28 | $79,630 |
| 90% of workers | $49.56 | $103,080 |
Social Science Research Assistants pay in New York metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City | $65,330 | 2,610 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy | $52,070 | 240 |
New York unemployment rate: 4.3% (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)
Related jobs in New York
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $63,810 |
| Biological Technicians | $61,210 |
| Chemical Technicians | $60,900 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $62,400 |
| Forensic Science Technicians | $81,670 |
| Food Science Technicians | $55,470 |
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