How much does a social science research assistant make in Providence?
$52,470a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $25.23 an hour or $4,373 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.23
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among cities
- 43 of 72
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,420Median: $52,470Highest 10%: $99,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,420 | $23.28 | |
| 25th | $51,420 | $24.72 | |
| Median | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| 75th | $76,590 | $36.82 | |
| 90th | $99,720 | $47.94 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Scientist | $180,500 |
| Physicist | $155,200 |
| Psychologist | $131,300 |
| Geoscientist | $120,200 |
| Clinical and Counseling Psychologist | $108,900 |
| Medical Scientist | $106,700 |
| Epidemiologist | $105,900 |
| Biological Scientist | $101,800 |
| Chemist | $100,700 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialist | $98,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $25.23 ($52,470 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Providence than the national average?
No: $52,470 against $61,990 nationally, 15% less.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $51,420, so Providence pays 2% more.
Where does Providence rank for social science research assistant pay?
43 of 72 metro areas with data.
How much does a social science research assistant make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,420 or less a year; the top 10% make $99,720 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.