How much does a social science research assistant make in Florida?
$50,700a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Florida. That is $24.38 an hour or $4,225 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.38
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,190Median: $50,700Highest 10%: $81,520
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,190 | $15.96 | |
| 25th | $34,370 | $16.52 | |
| Median | $50,700 | $24.38 | |
| 75th | $64,000 | $30.77 | |
| 90th | $81,520 | $39.19 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Miami, FL | $50,800 |
| Tampa, FL | $50,700 |
| Deltona, FL | $48,550 |
| Orlando, FL | $33,190 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 29. Louisiana | $52,600 |
| 30. Rhode Island | $51,420 |
| 31. West Virginia | $51,140 |
| 32. Florida | $50,700 |
| 33. Maine | $50,650 |
| 34. New Mexico | $50,640 |
| 35. Colorado | $50,430 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $24.38 ($50,700 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $50,700 against $61,990 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Florida rank for social science research assistant pay?
Florida ranks 32 of 45 states.
Which city in Florida pays social science research assistants the most?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, with a median of $50,800 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.