Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Kentucky
Ranked #6 of 45 · KY
6.3% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $70,300 ≈ $34/hr
Median annual salary $66,390
Employment 1,190
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $45,050P25 $51,750 Median $66,390P75 $82,500P90 $106,590
About 80% of social science research assistantss in Kentucky earn between $45,050 and $106,590. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean social science research assistants salary in Kentucky is $70,300, about 6.3% above the U.S. average ($66,140). That works out to roughly $34/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Kentucky
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green, KY | $84,680 | $88,200 | 100 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN | $82,500 | $79,230 | 570 |
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $51,780 | $56,210 | 370 |