Statistical Assistants Salary in the United States
The median annual wage for statistical assistants in the U.S. is $50,330 ($24.20 per hour), according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program, May 2025 estimates.
- Median annual wage
- $50,330
- Mean annual wage
- $55,650
- Median hourly wage
- $24.20
- Employment
- 4,710
4,710 employed
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $35,990 | $17.30 |
| 25th percentile | $42,840 | $20.60 |
| Median (50th) | $50,330 | $24.20 |
| 75th percentile | $63,950 | $30.75 |
| 90th percentile | $81,990 | $39.42 |
Highest-paying states for statistical assistants
| State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $82,580 | 110 |
| Connecticut | $76,140 | 160 |
| Massachusetts | $70,470 | 190 |
| New Jersey | $69,480 | 110 |
| Washington | $63,660 | 200 |
| Illinois | $63,410 | — |
| Maryland | $59,690 | 100 |
| Nebraska | $59,620 | 170 |
| South Carolina | $58,970 | 40 |
| Missouri | $58,610 | 90 |
Lowest-paying states
- Hawaii: $40,240 median annual wage
- Texas: $43,590 median annual wage
- Kentucky: $45,660 median annual wage
- Oklahoma: $46,010 median annual wage
- New York: $46,520 median annual wage
About this occupation
Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.
Typical tasks
- Organize paperwork, such as survey forms or reports, for distribution or analysis.
- Compile statistics from source materials, such as production or sales records, quality-control or test records, time sheets, or survey sheets.
- Participate in the publication of data or information.
- File data and related information, and maintain and update databases.
- Select statistical tests for analyzing data.
- Compute and analyze data, using statistical formulas and computers or calculators.
Education of the current workforce — typical entry: Bachelor's degree
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Less than high school diploma | 3.0% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 18.5% |
| Some college, no degree | 21.5% |
| Associate's degree | 11.7% |
| Bachelor's degree | 31.4% |
| Master's degree | 11.0% |
| Doctoral or professional degree | 2.8% |
Occupation profile data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
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About this data
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- CareerOneStop Occupation Profiles — data period 2026-08, retrieved August 14, 2026.
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