Careers · Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other · Michigan
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other in Michigan
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 Michigan the median pay is $84,260 a year, 17% below the national median of $101,110.
$84,260median pay in Michigan, per year
$68,020–$106,330middle half earn
660employed in Michigan
$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 Michigan
Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other pay in other states
Virginia · $140,670Maryland · $131,810District of Columbia · $128,440Massachusetts · $105,640Colorado · $105,390New York · $104,770Nebraska · $104,420Minnesota · $103,330Washington · $102,920Texas · $101,800
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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, Michigan, annual.