Sociologist Salary

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How much does a Sociologist make? The average Sociologist salary is $66,571 as of June 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $59,760 and $74,286. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Sociologist Salary in Major Cities

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Sociologist Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $83,213
Washington, DC $74,093
Miami, FL $64,241
Chicago, IL $69,833
Boston, MA $74,626
New York, NY $77,754
Dallas, TX $65,705
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Average Salary Range for Sociologist

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
59760
74286
66571

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
59853
74442
66661
What is the average salary for Sociologist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Sociologist in the United States. The base salary for Sociologist ranges from $59,760 to $74,286 with the average base salary of $66,571. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,853 to $74,442 with the average total cash compensation of $66,661.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $66,571 $59,760 - $74,286
Bonus $91 $93 - $156
Total Pay $66,661 $59,853 - $74,442
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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I am a Sociologist, which location’s salary is higher, Auburn, AL or Bentonville, AR?
Bentonville, AR typically sees higher pay than Auburn, AL for Sociologist. a Sociologist Salary in Bentonville, AR is $60,180 as of June 27, 2024; a Sociologist Salary in Auburn, AL is $58,715 as of June 27, 2024. ( 2024-06-27 salary.com )

Sociologist Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the salary of a Sociologist vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-06-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Sociologist can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-06-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: June 27, 2024