Careers · Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other · District of Columbia
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other in District of Columbia
Social scientists and related workers in this category conduct research and analysis on human behavior, society, and social issues that don't fit into more specific social science roles. They work in government agencies, research organizations, universities, nonprofits, and private firms, using data collection and analysis to inform policy and organizational decisions. In District of Columbia the median pay is $128,440 a year, 27% above the national median of $101,110.
$128,440median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$104,770–$152,730middle half earn
2,480employed in District of Columbia
$101,110U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other.
Licenses and training in District of Columbia
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other pay in other states
Virginia · $140,670Maryland · $131,810Massachusetts · $105,640Colorado · $105,390New York · $104,770Nebraska · $104,420Minnesota · $103,330Washington · $102,920Texas · $101,800New Jersey · $101,260
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against social scientists and related workers, all other and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against social scientists and related workers, all other and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 19-3099.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.