How much does a social science research assistant make in Pennsylvania?
$54,610a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Pennsylvania. That is $26.25 an hour or $4,551 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.25
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 26 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,710Median: $54,610Highest 10%: $81,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,710 | $21.50 | |
| 25th | $48,590 | $23.36 | |
| Median | $54,610 | $26.25 | |
| 75th | $64,790 | $31.15 | |
| 90th | $81,640 | $39.25 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Philadelphia, PA | $61,760 |
| Harrisburg, PA | $50,450 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $50,070 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 23. Indiana | $57,020 |
| 24. Oregon | $56,770 |
| 25. Nebraska | $56,190 |
| 26. Pennsylvania | $54,610 |
| 27. Virginia | $53,260 |
| 28. Alabama | $53,080 |
| 29. Louisiana | $52,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $26.25 ($54,610 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $54,610 against $61,990 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for social science research assistant pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 26 of 45 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays social science research assistants the most?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD, with a median of $61,760 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.