How much does a social science research assistant make in Massachusetts?
$63,480a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Massachusetts. That is $30.52 an hour or $5,290 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.52
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 45
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,500Median: $63,480Highest 10%: $82,130
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,500 | $23.80 | |
| 25th | $49,980 | $24.03 | |
| Median | $63,480 | $30.52 | |
| 75th | $71,700 | $34.47 | |
| 90th | $82,130 | $39.49 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Boston, MA | $63,480 |
| Worcester, MA | $58,110 |
| Providence, RI | $52,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 10. Illinois | $64,890 |
| 11. South Carolina | $64,490 |
| 12. North Carolina | $63,710 |
| 13. Massachusetts | $63,480 |
| 14. New Jersey | $62,760 |
| 15. Idaho | $62,570 |
| 16. Alaska | $62,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $30.52 ($63,480 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $63,480 against $61,990 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for social science research assistant pay?
Massachusetts ranks 13 of 45 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays social science research assistants the most?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH, with a median of $63,480 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.