How much does a social science research assistant make in Minnesota?
$44,920a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Minnesota. That is $21.60 an hour or $3,743 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.60
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among states
- 42 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,080Median: $44,920Highest 10%: $68,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,080 | $18.31 | |
| 25th | $40,680 | $19.56 | |
| Median | $44,920 | $21.60 | |
| 75th | $48,380 | $23.26 | |
| 90th | $68,070 | $32.73 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Minneapolis, MN | $45,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 39. Wisconsin | $48,090 |
| 40. Vermont | $47,510 |
| 41. Tennessee | $46,410 |
| 42. Minnesota | $44,920 |
| 43. South Dakota | $44,820 |
| 44. Iowa | $40,940 |
| 45. Nevada | $26,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $21.60 ($44,920 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Minnesota than the national average?
No: $44,920 against $61,990 nationally, 28% less.
Where does Minnesota rank for social science research assistant pay?
Minnesota ranks 42 of 45 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays social science research assistants the most?
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI, with a median of $45,760 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.