How much does a social science research assistant make in Arizona?
$61,680a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Arizona. That is $29.65 an hour or $5,140 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.65
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,020
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,130Median: $61,680Highest 10%: $82,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,130 | $22.66 | |
| 25th | $50,920 | $24.48 | |
| Median | $61,680 | $29.65 | |
| 75th | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| 90th | $82,470 | $39.65 |
Cities in Arizona
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Flagstaff, AZ | $86,020 |
| Phoenix, AZ | $64,290 |
| Tucson, AZ | $61,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 14. New Jersey | $62,760 |
| 15. Idaho | $62,570 |
| 16. Alaska | $62,230 |
| 17. Arizona | $61,680 |
| 18. New York | $61,210 |
| 19. California | $60,250 |
| 20. Michigan | $60,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Arizona?
The median hourly pay in Arizona is $29.65 ($61,680 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Arizona than the national average?
No: $61,680 against $61,990 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Arizona rank for social science research assistant pay?
Arizona ranks 17 of 45 states.
Which city in Arizona pays social science research assistants the most?
Flagstaff, AZ, with a median of $86,020 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.