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Social Science Research Assistants average salary by city in Pennsylvania
- Philadelphia$63,190
- Harrisburg$58,920
- Pittsburgh$56,390
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia | $63,190 | $61,760 | $48,630 | $51,013 | 103 |
| Harrisburg | $58,920 | $50,450 | $50,450 | $47,713 | 99 |
| Pittsburgh | $56,390 | $50,070 | $44,710 | $45,758 | 95 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; local earned income taxes (for example Philadelphia's wage tax) are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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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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