Social Scientists and Related Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for social scientists and related workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $106,250 ≈ $51/hr
National median salary $97,900
Total employment 288,600 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do social scientists and related workers make in the U.S.?
The median social scientists and related workers salary in the United States is $97,900 per year (mean $106,250), and about 80% earn between $58,850 and $163,210.
How much do social scientists and related workers make per hour?
Roughly $51 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $106,250 and 2,080 work hours per year.