Occupation ยท SOC 19-4061
Social Science Research Assistants: can it be done remotely?
According to the Dingel and Neiman (2020) classification, the work of social science research assistants can typically be done from home. The score of 50% means only part of the detailed job titles in this group were judged teleworkable. The score reflects the tasks involved, not whether a particular employer allows remote work.
Nationally, about 32,940 people work in this occupation, with a median annual wage of $58,040 ($27.90 an hour).
US employment
32,940
Median annual wage
$58,040
Mean annual wage
$63,560
Median hourly wage
$27.90
Education and training
Typical education
Bachelor's degree
Related work experience
None
On-the-job training
None
Job zone
4
Considerable preparation
Pay by state
Top 5 by nominal pay
- Ohio$70,670
- South Carolina$66,990
- Kansas$64,080
- Georgia$63,790
- District of Columbia$63,630
Top 5 after cost of living
- Ohio$76,170
- South Carolina$71,460
- Kansas$71,150
- Kentucky$69,650
- Georgia$66,250
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| Occupation | Median wage | Wage gain | Job zone | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Survey Researchers | $63,380 | $5,340 (+9.2%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $161,180 | $103,140 (+177.7%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Statisticians | $103,300 | $45,260 (+78.0%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Management Analysts | $101,190 | $43,150 (+74.3%) | 4 | Bachelor's degree |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $103,960 | $45,920 (+79.1%) | 5 | Master's degree |
| Sociologists | $101,690 | $43,650 (+75.2%) | 5 | Master's degree |
States with the most jobs
- 1. California5,610
- 2. North Carolina3,470
- 3. New York2,990
- 4. Georgia2,040
- 5. District of Columbia1,740
- 6. Utah1,470
- 7. Texas1,430
- 8. Pennsylvania1,270
- 9. Kentucky1,100
- 10. Florida1,090
States that pay the most
- 1. Ohio$70,670
- 2. South Carolina$66,990
- 3. Kansas$64,080
- 4. Georgia$63,790
- 5. District of Columbia$63,630
- 6. Kentucky$62,800
- 7. Maryland$61,830
- 8. Massachusetts$60,110
- 9. New York$60,110
- 10. Arizona$59,130
Median annual wage. Based on 41 states and territories with published figures.
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