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Research Assistant salary in San Diego, CA

Average salary
$35,000/yr
Based on 84 income tax records
Total salary range: is $26,000 - $47,500
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How much do Research Assistants make?
The average total salary for a Research Assistant is $35,000 per year. This is based on data from 84 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Research Assistant and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Research Assistant salary can vary between $17,000 to $75,000 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more
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Research Assistant salary by location

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Research Assistant salary by company

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The Scripps Research Institute, San Diego County, CA
11 income tax records
$52,500/yr
$40K – $55K
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University Of California San Diego, San Diego County, CA
12 income tax records
$38,500/yr
$28K – $43K

Research Assistant demographics in San Diego, CA

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81% are single
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19% are married
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5% have kids
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19% own a home

Research Assistant salaries by age in San Diego, CA

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$13,125
$26,250
$39,375
$52,500
18-25
26-35
36-45
46-55
56+
Years of age

Effective Tax Rates for Research Assistants in San Diego, CA

84 full-time salaries from 2019
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The average salary for a research assistant in San Diego, CA is $35,000 per year. Research assistant salaries in San Diego, CA can vary between $17,000 to $75,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.
This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 84 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as research assistant.
The following cities offer the highest salaries for research assistants near San Diego, CA: San Diego, CA ($35,000 a year), Irvine, CA ($34,500 a year), and Los Angeles, CA ($33,500 a year).
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