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Social Science Research Assistants average salary by city in North Carolina
- Charlotte$67,850
- Raleigh$63,380
- Greensboro$62,310
- Greenville$57,890
- Wilmington$51,330
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | $67,850 | $65,740 | $55,990 | $54,364 | 97 |
| Raleigh | $63,380 | $65,330 | $52,130 | $51,086 | 98 |
| Greensboro | $62,310 | $64,490 | $52,990 | $50,269 | 93 |
| Greenville | $57,890 | $53,140 | $53,140 | $46,894 | 88 |
| Wilmington | $51,330 | $46,480 | $46,200 | $41,884 | 96 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Social Science Research Assistants salary in other states
More about pay in North Carolina
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-4061.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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