How much does a social science research assistant make in Maine?
$50,650a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Maine. That is $24.35 an hour or $4,221 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.35
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 33 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,870Median: $50,650Highest 10%: $66,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,870 | $20.13 | |
| 25th | $44,530 | $21.41 | |
| Median | $50,650 | $24.35 | |
| 75th | $65,010 | $31.25 | |
| 90th | $66,990 | $32.21 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, ME | $50,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 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 |
| 36. Washington | $50,420 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $24.35 ($50,650 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Maine than the national average?
No: $50,650 against $61,990 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Maine rank for social science research assistant pay?
Maine ranks 33 of 45 states.
Which city in Maine pays social science research assistants the most?
Portland-South Portland, ME, with a median of $50,650 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.