How much does a social science research assistant make in New York?
$61,210a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in New York. That is $29.43 an hour or $5,101 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.43
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 3,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,520Median: $61,210Highest 10%: $103,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,520 | $17.08 | |
| 25th | $46,280 | $22.25 | |
| Median | $61,210 | $29.43 | |
| 75th | $79,630 | $38.28 | |
| 90th | $103,100 | $49.56 |
Cities in New York
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $65,330 |
| Albany, NY | $52,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 15. Idaho | $62,570 |
| 16. Alaska | $62,230 |
| 17. Arizona | $61,680 |
| 18. New York | $61,210 |
| 19. California | $60,250 |
| 20. Michigan | $60,210 |
| 21. Connecticut | $60,110 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in New York?
The median hourly pay in New York is $29.43 ($61,210 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in New York than the national average?
No: $61,210 against $61,990 nationally, 1% less.
Where does New York rank for social science research assistant pay?
New York ranks 18 of 45 states.
Which city in New York pays social science research assistants the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $65,330 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.