How much does a social science research assistant make in Colorado?
$50,430a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Colorado. That is $24.25 an hour or $4,203 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.25
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $42,590Median: $50,430Highest 10%: $63,610
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $42,590 | $20.48 | |
| 25th | $50,180 | $24.13 | |
| Median | $50,430 | $24.25 | |
| 75th | $51,160 | $24.60 | |
| 90th | $63,610 | $30.58 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $50,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 32. Florida | $50,700 |
| 33. Maine | $50,650 |
| 34. New Mexico | $50,640 |
| 35. Colorado | $50,430 |
| 36. Washington | $50,420 |
| 37. Ohio | $50,330 |
| 38. Montana | $49,860 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $24.25 ($50,430 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Colorado than the national average?
No: $50,430 against $61,990 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Colorado rank for social science research assistant pay?
Colorado ranks 35 of 45 states.
Which city in Colorado pays social science research assistants the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $50,430 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.