Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Washington

BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Washington

Social Science Research Assistants in Washington earn a median salary of $53,460 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.9% vs the national median of $58,040. An estimated 2,720 social science research assistants are employed across Washington, with salaries ranging from $47,690 to $62,800 depending on location.

$53,460 Avg median salary in Washington
$62,800 Highest paying metro
$47,690 Lowest paying metro
2,720 Employed in Washington

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      Social Science Research Assistants salaries by city in Washington

      Metro area Median salary 25th pct 75th pct Employed
      Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV $62,800 $54,450 $78,550 2,300
      Seattle, WA $49,890 $43,080 $56,830 340
      Eastern Washington $47,690 $47,690 $47,690 80

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