How much does a social science research assistant make in Rhode Island?
$51,420a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Rhode Island. That is $24.72 an hour or $4,285 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.72
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 30 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,990Median: $51,420Highest 10%: $99,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,990 | $20.19 | |
| 25th | $51,420 | $24.72 | |
| Median | $51,420 | $24.72 | |
| 75th | $68,710 | $33.03 | |
| 90th | $99,720 | $47.94 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $52,470 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 27. Virginia | $53,260 |
| 28. Alabama | $53,080 |
| 29. Louisiana | $52,600 |
| 30. Rhode Island | $51,420 |
| 31. West Virginia | $51,140 |
| 32. Florida | $50,700 |
| 33. Maine | $50,650 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $24.72 ($51,420 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
No: $51,420 against $61,990 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Rhode Island rank for social science research assistant pay?
Rhode Island ranks 30 of 45 states.
Which city in Rhode Island pays social science research assistants the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $52,470 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.