50% of professionals earn between $40,000 - $75,100 USD
The median salary is $48,000
The average salary for a Research Assistant in United States is USD 62,227 - USD 85,092 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 58,000 per year, based on 5,383 active job listings.
The cities with the most Research Assistant job opportunities in United States are Boston, New York, Baltimore, Houston, Athens. Boston leads with 143 job openings.
Leading employers for Research Assistant roles in United States include Inside Higher Ed, Boston Children's Hospital, CHEManager International, The Johns Hopkins University, University of Utah.
Explore 5,383 Research Assistant job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.