How much does a social science research assistant make in Phoenix?
$64,290a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area. That is $30.91 an hour or $5,358 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.91
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among cities
- 22 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,140Median: $64,290Highest 10%: $85,810
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,140 | $22.66 | |
| 25th | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| Median | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| 75th | $64,290 | $30.91 | |
| 90th | $85,810 | $41.25 |
Other cities in Arizona
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants.
| Tucson, AZ | $61,680 |
Related jobs in Phoenix
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Psychologist | $137,700 |
| Physicist | $130,500 |
| Economist | $125,200 |
| Life Scientist | $124,300 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $115,600 |
| Medical Scientist | $108,400 |
| Urban and Regional Planner | $107,500 |
| Social Scientist and Related Worker | $98,520 |
| Biological Scientist | $95,780 |
| School Psychologist | $93,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Phoenix?
The median hourly pay in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area is $30.91 ($64,290 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Phoenix than the national average?
Yes: $64,290 against $61,990 nationally, 4% more.
How does Phoenix compare with the rest of Arizona?
The median in Arizona is $61,680, so Phoenix pays 4% more.
Where does Phoenix rank for social science research assistant pay?
22 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a social science research assistant make starting out in Phoenix?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $85,810 or more.
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.