Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Pennsylvania
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Pennsylvania
Social Science Research Assistants in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $51,570 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -11.1% vs the national median of $58,040. An estimated 1,140 social science research assistants are employed across Pennsylvania, with salaries ranging from $47,620 to $58,920 depending on location.
$51,570
Avg median salary in Pennsylvania
$58,920
Highest paying metro
$47,620
Lowest paying metro
1,140
Employed in Pennsylvania
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Social Science Research Assistants salaries by city in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $58,920 | $47,850 | $63,320 | 890 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $48,170 | $42,060 | $56,370 | 220 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $47,620 | $47,620 | $54,600 | 30 |