Research Assistant Professor Salary in the United States

Research Assistant Professor Salary

How much does a Research Assistant Professor make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Research Assistant Professor in the United States is $65,217. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $51,003 to a high of $83,714, with most professionals earning between $57,777 and $74,899.

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Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $51,003 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $57,777 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $65,217 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $74,899 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Research Assistant Professor Salary $83,714 US April 01, 2025
25% $57,777 10% $51,003 90% $83,714 75% $74,899 $65,217 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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