How much does a social science research assistant make in New Mexico?
$50,640a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in New Mexico. That is $24.35 an hour or $4,220 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.35
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $40,250Median: $50,640Highest 10%: $103,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $40,250 | $19.35 | |
| 25th | $40,250 | $19.35 | |
| Median | $50,640 | $24.35 | |
| 75th | $97,740 | $46.99 | |
| 90th | $103,000 | $49.50 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 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 |
| 37. Ohio | $50,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $24.35 ($50,640 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $50,640 against $61,990 nationally, 18% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for social science research assistant pay?
New Mexico ranks 34 of 45 states.
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.