How much does a social science research assistant make in Washington?
$50,420a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Washington. That is $24.24 an hour or $4,202 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.24
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 36 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $45,530Median: $50,420Highest 10%: $75,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $45,530 | $21.89 | |
| 25th | $48,780 | $23.45 | |
| Median | $50,420 | $24.24 | |
| 75th | $59,820 | $28.76 | |
| 90th | $75,720 | $36.40 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Portland, OR | $59,850 |
| Seattle, WA | $50,310 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 33. Maine | $50,650 |
| 34. New Mexico | $50,640 |
| 35. Colorado | $50,430 |
| 36. Washington | $50,420 |
| 37. Ohio | $50,330 |
| 38. Montana | $49,860 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $48,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $24.24 ($50,420 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Washington than the national average?
No: $50,420 against $61,990 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Washington rank for social science research assistant pay?
Washington ranks 36 of 45 states.
Which city in Washington pays social science research assistants the most?
Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA, with a median of $59,850 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.