Survey Researchers
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.Salary by State
| State Name | Employment | Annual Salary | Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 70 | $79,080 | $38.02 | |
| California | 770 | $69,870 | $33.59 | |
| Colorado | 160 | $60,330 | $29.00 | |
| Connecticut | 240 | $49,770 | $23.93 | |
| District of Columbia | 500 | $96,920 | $46.60 | |
| Florida | 490 | $44,370 | $21.33 | |
| Hawaii | 40 | $45,180 | $21.72 | |
| Idaho | 40 | $82,280 | $39.56 | |
| Illinois | 440 | $79,770 | $38.35 | |
| Indiana | $57,780 | $27.78 | ||
| Iowa | 30 | $80,380 | $38.64 | |
| Kansas | 170 | $56,520 | $27.18 | |
| Kentucky | 60 | $62,400 | $30.00 | |
| Louisiana | 60 | $38,470 | $18.50 | |
| Maryland | 580 | $86,620 | $41.64 | |
| Massachusetts | 360 | $71,700 | $34.47 | |
| Michigan | 210 | $65,690 | $31.58 | |
| Minnesota | $70,110 | $33.71 | ||
| Nebraska | 130 | $53,430 | $25.69 | |
| New Jersey | 350 | $62,170 | $29.89 | |
| New York | 390 | $84,530 | $40.64 | |
| North Carolina | 180 | $57,050 | $27.43 | |
| Ohio | 110 | $57,920 | $27.85 | |
| Oregon | 190 | $75,920 | $36.50 | |
| Pennsylvania | 240 | $48,030 | $23.09 | |
| South Carolina | 60 | $57,130 | $27.47 | |
| Texas | $49,940 | $24.01 | ||
| Virginia | $62,710 | $30.15 | ||
| Washington | 290 | $68,650 | $33.00 | |
| West Virginia | 40 | $30,530 | $14.68 |
Education
The programs listed below are typically the education paths that can land you this kind of job.
A program of study that prepares an individual to be an institutional researcher at a postsecondary educational institution. Includes instruction in data analysis, data-driven decision-making, data mining, higher education administration and organization, research methods, and statistics.
A general program that focuses on the relationships between groups of measurements, and similarities and differences, using probability theory and techniques derived from it. Includes instruction in the principles in probability theory, binomial distribution, regression analysis, standard deviation, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, and statistical techniques.
A program that focuses on the application of statistics to the solution of functional problems in fields such as business, engineering, medicine, and the applied sciences. Includes instruction in the principles in inference, probability theory, regression analysis, descriptive statistics, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, statistical computing, and statistical techniques.
A program that focuses on the design of research studies, measurement of variables, data analysis, and formulation of models. Includes instruction in experimental, quasi-experimental, and case study methods; historical research; participant observation; questionnaire design; sampling theory; and statistical methods.
A general program that focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Includes instruction in economic theory, micro- and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and applications to specific industries and public policy issues.
A program that focuses on the application of economic principles and analytical techniques to the study of particular industries, activities, or the exploitation of particular resources. Includes instruction in economic theory; microeconomic analysis and modeling of specific industries, commodities; the economic consequences of resource allocation decisions; regulatory and consumer factors; and the technical aspects of specific subjects as they relate to economic analysis.
A program that focuses on the application of economics principles to the analysis of the organization and operation of business enterprises. Includes instruction in monetary theory, banking and financial systems, theory of competition, pricing theory, wage and salary/incentive theory, analysis of markets, and applications of econometrics and quantitative methods to the study of particular businesses and business problems.
A program that focuses on the application of mathematical statistics to the description, analysis, and forecasting of business data. Includes instruction in statistical theory and methods, computer applications, data analysis and display, long- and short-term forecasting methods, and market performance analysis.
A program that prepares individuals to provide analytical descriptions of consumer behavior patterns and market environments to marketing managers and other business decision-makers. Includes instruction in survey research methods, research design, new product test marketing, exploratory marketing, consumer needs and preferences analysis, geographic analysis, and applications to specific products and markets.
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$64,690 per yearNational average salaryModerateJob growth rate
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Master's degreeTypical education requirement
Educational Attainment
The following chart shows the highest education level completed by those working as survey researchers.
- Less than high school 1%
- High school graduate 2%
- College dropout 6%
- Associate’s degree 4%
- Bachelor’s degree 33%
- Master’s degree 39%
- Doctorate degree 16%
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