Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Tucson, AZ

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Tucson, AZ

Median annual salary $59,130 +1.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.43
10th percentile $38,050
90th percentile $59,130
Employed locally 430
National median $58,040

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,050
    25th
    $49,620
    50th (median)
    $59,130
    75th
    $59,130
    90th
    $59,130

    Tucson economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $67,929 2023 • Census ACS
    Social Science Research Assistants salary vs area income 87% Median Social Science Research Assistants salary is 13% below the area median household income

    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

    Nearby metros — Social Science Research Assistants salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Flagstaff, AZ $86,020
    Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ $51,180

    Related occupations in Tucson, AZ

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $77,680
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,990
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $72,510
    Forensic Science Technicians $57,940
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $124,250
    School Psychologists $76,970

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Social Science Research Assistants in Tucson, AZ is $28.43, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Social Science Research Assistants salary in Tucson, AZ is 1.9% above 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 Tucson?

    Entry-level Social Science Research Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $38,050 per year in Tucson, AZ. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,620.