Social Science Research Assistants pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for social science research assistants is $26.26 an hour ($54,610 a year). About 860 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($61,990). Pennsylvania ranks 26th of 45 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for social science research assistants in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.49 | $44,710 |
| 25% of workers | $23.36 | $48,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $26.26 | $54,610 |
| 75% of workers | $31.15 | $64,790 |
| 90% of workers | $39.25 | $81,640 |
Social Science Research Assistants pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $61,760 | 560 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $50,450 | 40 |
| Pittsburgh | $50,070 | 170 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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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|---|---|
| Biological Technicians | $54,950 |
| Chemical Technicians | $59,420 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $57,680 |
| Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health | $60,650 |
| Food Science Technicians | $48,060 |
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