As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Survey Researcher in the US is $60,508, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,164 weekly, or $5,042 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Survey Researcher in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Survey Researcher in the US vary widely, spanning from $46,838 to $73,218. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($53,352) and 75th percentile ($67,161), while top earners (90th percentile) make $73,218 per year. This $13,809 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Consulting or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Survey Researcher often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 5 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Survey Researcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Survey Researcher Salary $46,838 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Survey Researcher Salary $53,352 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Survey Researcher Salary $60,508 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Survey Researcher Salary $67,161 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Survey Researcher Salary $73,218 US August 01, 2026
25% $53,352 10% $46,838 90% $73,218 75% $67,161 $60,508 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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