Social Scientist Salary in the United States

Social Scientist Salary

How much does a Social Scientist make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Social Scientist in the United States is $137,359. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $105,417 to a high of $170,327, with most professionals earning between $120,639 and $154,615.

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Social Scientist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Social Scientist Salary $105,417 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Social Scientist Salary $120,639 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Social Scientist Salary $137,359 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Social Scientist Salary $154,615 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Social Scientist Salary $170,327 US April 01, 2025
25% $120,639 10% $105,417 90% $170,327 75% $154,615 $137,359 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Scientist I - Biotech

    0 - 2 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Social Scientist

    2 - 4 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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    Scientist III - Biotech

    4 - 7 years experience
    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

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137359
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Social Scientist in the United States. The base salary for Social Scientist ranges from $120,639 to $154,615 with the average base salary of $137,359. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $120,639 to $154,615 with the average total cash compensation of $137,359.
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