Survey Researchers Salary in U.S.
The median pay for a survey researchers in U.S. is $63,380/year ($30.47/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $37K at the entry level to $119K for experienced workers.
AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (latest release, May 2024)
So what does $63K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level survey researchers (10th percentile) start around $37K. Mid-career wages sit at $63K.Top earners bring in $119K or more - a $82K spread from bottom to top.
Survey Researchers pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $102K | +62% | 110 |
| District of Columbia | $97K | +53% | 140 |
| Minnesota | $96K | +51% | N/A |
| Illinois | $93K | +46% | 250 |
| Maryland | $90K | +42% | 420 |
| New York | $83K | +30% | 370 |
| Oregon | $82K | +30% | 90 |
| Iowa | $78K | +23% | 180 |
| California | $77K | +22% | 1,090 |
| North Carolina | $77K | +21% | 260 |
| Ohio | $75K | +19% | N/A |
| Wisconsin | $75K | +18% | 50 |
| Connecticut | $66K | +4% | 130 |
| Washington | $64K | +1% | 160 |
| Michigan | $63K | -1% | 90 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do survey researchers make in U.S.?
The median is $63,380 a year - that works out to about $30.47 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $36,950, and experienced survey researchers can clear $118,730. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $63K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $4,414/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 32% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a survey researchers salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median survey researchers salary is worth about $63,380 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do survey researchers get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.