How much does a social science research assistant make in Illinois?
$64,890a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Illinois. That is $31.20 an hour or $5,408 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.20
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 10 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,460Median: $64,890Highest 10%: $116,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,460 | $18.01 | |
| 25th | $47,720 | $22.94 | |
| Median | $64,890 | $31.20 | |
| 75th | $74,700 | $35.91 | |
| 90th | $116,500 | $56.02 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $64,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 7. New Hampshire | $65,690 |
| 8. Maryland | $65,550 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $65,330 |
| 10. Illinois | $64,890 |
| 11. South Carolina | $64,490 |
| 12. North Carolina | $63,710 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $63,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $31.20 ($64,890 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $64,890 against $61,990 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Illinois rank for social science research assistant pay?
Illinois ranks 10 of 45 states.
Which city in Illinois pays social science research assistants the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $64,890 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.