How much does a social science research assistant make in Wisconsin?
$48,090a year
Median yearly pay for social science research assistants in Wisconsin. That is $23.12 an hour or $4,008 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.12
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 45
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,710Median: $48,090Highest 10%: $71,050
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,710 | $16.69 | |
| 25th | $44,620 | $21.45 | |
| Median | $48,090 | $23.12 | |
| 75th | $57,650 | $27.72 | |
| 90th | $71,050 | $34.16 |
Cities in Wisconsin
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Madison, WI | $50,090 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $45,760 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social science research assistants.
| 36. Washington | $50,420 |
| 37. Ohio | $50,330 |
| 38. Montana | $49,860 |
| 39. Wisconsin | $48,090 |
| 40. Vermont | $47,510 |
| 41. Tennessee | $46,410 |
| 42. Minnesota | $44,920 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social science research assistant make an hour in Wisconsin?
The median hourly pay in Wisconsin is $23.12 ($48,090 a year).
Do social science research assistants make more in Wisconsin than the national average?
No: $48,090 against $61,990 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Wisconsin rank for social science research assistant pay?
Wisconsin ranks 39 of 45 states.
Which city in Wisconsin pays social science research assistants the most?
Madison, WI, with a median of $50,090 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.