Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,890 -8.9% vs national
Median hourly $25.43
10th percentile $39,520
90th percentile $60,880
Employed locally 50
National median $58,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,520
    25th
    $44,800
    50th (median)
    $52,890
    75th
    $60,880
    90th
    $60,880

    Top-paying metros for Social Science Research Assistants

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Flagstaff, AZ $86,020
    Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN $80,870
    Bowling Green, KY $80,340
    Ohio $70,670
    Columbia, SC $69,110
    South Carolina $66,990

    Related occupations in Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $60,880
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $78,250
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $61,300
    Conservation Scientists $56,510
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $49,050
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $35,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Social Science Research Assistants make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Social Science Research Assistants in Southwest Maine is $25.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.96 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Social Science Research Assistants salaries?

    The median Social Science Research Assistants salary in Southwest Maine is 8.9% below the national median of $58,040. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Social Science Research Assistants in Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Social Science Research Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $39,520 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,800.