Social Science Research Assistants Salary in Virginia
Ranked #29 of 45 · VA
9.6% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $59,810 ≈ $29/hr
Median annual salary $53,260
Employment 700
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $42,550P25 $45,880 Median $53,260P75 $66,430P90 $83,760
About 80% of social science research assistantss in Virginia earn between $42,550 and $83,760. 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 Virginia is $59,810, about 9.6% below the U.S. average ($66,140). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Virginia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlottesville, VA | $53,260 | $58,660 | 110 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $49,480 | $56,620 | 60 |
| Richmond, VA | $49,060 | $58,490 | 120 |