How much does a social science research assistant make in Louisiana?
$52,600a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Louisiana. That is $25.29 an hour or $4,383 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.29
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,890Median: $52,600Highest 10%: $64,290
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,890 | $21.10 | |
| 25th | $45,010 | $21.64 | |
| Median | $52,600 | $25.29 | |
| 75th | $60,710 | $29.19 | |
| 90th | $64,290 | $30.91 |
Cities in Louisiana
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Baton Rouge, LA | $60,710 |
| Lafayette, LA | $52,070 |
| New Orleans, LA | $47,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 26. Pennsylvania | $54,610 |
| 27. Virginia | $53,260 |
| 28. Alabama | $53,080 |
| 29. Louisiana | $52,600 |
| 30. Rhode Island | $51,420 |
| 31. West Virginia | $51,140 |
| 32. Florida | $50,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Louisiana?
The median hourly pay in Louisiana is $25.29 ($52,600 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Louisiana than the national average?
No: $52,600 against $61,990 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Louisiana rank for social science research assistant pay?
Louisiana ranks 29 of 45 states.
Which city in Louisiana pays social science research assistants the most?
Baton Rouge, LA, with a median of $60,710 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.