Social Science Research Assistants Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New York
Social Science Research Assistants in New York earn a median salary of $47,207 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -18.7% vs the national median of $58,040. An estimated 2,710 social science research assistants are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $31,200 to $62,330 depending on location.
$47,207
Avg median salary in New York
$62,330
Highest paying metro
$31,200
Lowest paying metro
2,710
Employed in New York
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Social Science Research Assistants salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY-NJ | $62,330 | $48,920 | $82,100 | 2,470 |
| Albany, NY | $48,090 | $33,120 | $54,860 | 240 |
| Central East New York | $31,200 | $31,200 | $31,200 | — |